Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Heth-washington 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Heth-Washington Elementary School serves the southwest part of Central, IN, covering an area of approximately 55.4 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone can expect a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.6 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Heth-washington Elementary School's student population of 162 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
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School Rankings
Heth-washington 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 Heth-washington Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#302 out of 1743 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1987–2025 (no data for 2007)
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
2%
14%
White
88%
62%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 2011–2025
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1991–2025 (no data for 1998, 1999, 2001 and 2002)
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
23.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1988–2025
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Show full history, 1999–2025
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #302 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Heth-washington Elementary School?
162 students attend Heth-washington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Heth-washington Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Heth-washington Elementary School?
Heth-washington Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heth-washington Elementary School part of?
Heth-washington Elementary School is part of South Harrison Com Schools.
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