Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northern Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 30% 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 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Northern Heights Elementary School serves the northwest part of Columbia City, IN, covering an area of approximately 73.7 square miles, with most students living within a 10-12 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 4.8 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 8.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Heights Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Northern Heights Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northern Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northern Heights Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#387 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
n/a
14%
White
93%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
23.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northern Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Northern Heights Elementary School is ranked #387 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Northern Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Northern Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Little Turtle Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Northern Heights Elementary School?
504 students attend Northern Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northern Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Heights Elementary School?
Northern Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Northern Heights Elementary School offer ?
Northern Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Heights Elementary School part of?
Northern Heights Elementary School is part of Whitley County Con Schools.
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