School Overview
Heritage High School, located in Newport News, Virginia, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving the local community within the Newport News Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering academic growth and personal development through a diverse curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether that includes higher education, military service, or the workforce. With a focus on creating a supportive learning environment, Heritage High encourages student participation in a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and various academic clubs, all designed to build well-rounded individuals.

Beyond its core academic mission, the school emphasizes the importance of community engagement and character development. By leveraging its resources and dedicated faculty, Heritage High aims to provide students with the critical thinking skills and technological literacy necessary to navigate a modern world. The school remains committed to the district’s broader goals of equity and excellence, striving to ensure that every student has access to the opportunities and guidance needed to reach their full potential in an inclusive and collaborative school culture.
1,106
Total Students
79.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
95.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Heritage High
Demographic Student Count
White56
Hispanic160
Black827
Asian3
Two or More58
American Indian2
  • Black
    827 (74.8%)
  • Hispanic
    160 (14.5%)
  • Two or More
    58 (5.2%)
  • White
    56 (5.1%)
  • Asian
    3 (0.3%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Newport News City Public Schools
Phone: (757)928-6100
Website: http://heritage.nn.k12.va.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,106
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,051
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 9 404
Grade 10 282
Grade 11 221
Grade 12 199

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Heritage High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9404
Grade 10282
Grade 11221
Grade 12199
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Heritage High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female50545.7%
Male60154.3%