Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Cynthia Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Cynthia Heights Elementary School serves the northwest part of Evansville, IN, covering an area of approximately 42.1 square miles. Most families are within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cynthia Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cynthia Heights Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Cynthia Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cynthia Heights Elementary School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#225 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
3%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
90%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.4%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cynthia Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School is ranked #225 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Cynthia Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Cynthia Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Cynthia Heights Elementary School?
451 students attend Cynthia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Cynthia Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cynthia Heights Elementary School?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Cynthia Heights Elementary School offer ?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cynthia Heights Elementary School part of?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
In what neighborhood is Cynthia Heights Elementary School located?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School is located in the Westside neighborhood of Evansville, IN. There are 5 other public schools located in Westside.
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