Serving 590 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Heartland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Heartland Elementary School's student population of 590 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heartland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heartland Elementary School is 0.48, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#322 out of 1230 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
2%
Hispanic
5%
8%
Black
9%
11%
White
71%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heartland Elementary School's ranking?
Heartland Elementary School is ranked #322 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Heartland Elementary School often compared to?
Heartland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mt. Washington Elementary School, Pleasant Grove Elementary School, G C Burkhead Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Heartland Elementary School?
590 students attend Heartland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Heartland Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heartland Elementary School?
Heartland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heartland Elementary School offer ?
Heartland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Heartland Elementary School part of?
Heartland Elementary School is part of Hardin County School District.
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