Serving 377 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Heights Elementary School serves the eastern part of Henderson, KY, covering an area of approximately 52 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 9.2 miles, extending up to 15.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
East Heights Elementary School's student population of 377 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
East Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Heights Elementary School is 0.53, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 1250 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
14%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Heights Elementary School's ranking?
East Heights Elementary School is ranked #261 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are East Heights Elementary School often compared to?
East Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson Elementary School, Cairo Elementary School, Sharon Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend East Heights Elementary School?
377 students attend East Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Heights Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Heights Elementary School?
East Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does East Heights Elementary School offer ?
East Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Heights Elementary School part of?
East Heights Elementary School is part of Henderson County School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Good school educational wise. Do not have the facility to handle behavior challenged children. The school is not equipped to handle any children with behavior concerns unless the child is heavily medicated.
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