Serving 139 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Heth-washington Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heth-washington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Heth-washington Elementary School's student population of 139 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heth-washington Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heth-washington Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#738 out of 1755 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
14%
Black
n/a
13%
White
92%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heth-washington Elementary School's ranking?
Heth-washington Elementary School is ranked #738 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Heth-washington Elementary School often compared to?
Heth-washington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corydon Elementary School, North Harrison Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Heth-washington Elementary School?
139 students attend Heth-washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Heth-washington Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heth-washington Elementary School?
Heth-washington Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heth-washington Elementary School offer ?
Heth-washington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Heth-washington Elementary School part of?
Heth-washington Elementary School is part of South Harrison Com Schools School District.
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