Serving 522 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Heavilin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heavilin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Heavilin Elementary School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heavilin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heavilin Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#51 out of 1755 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
14%
Black
2%
13%
White
79%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heavilin Elementary School's ranking?
Heavilin Elementary School is ranked #51 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Heavilin Elementary School often compared to?
Heavilin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial Elementary School, Union Center Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
How many students attend Heavilin Elementary School?
522 students attend Heavilin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Heavilin Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heavilin Elementary School?
Heavilin Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Heavilin Elementary School offer ?
Heavilin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Heavilin Elementary School part of?
Heavilin Elementary School is part of Valparaiso Community Schools School District.
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