Serving 445 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 58% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- 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 445 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Cynthia Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cynthia Heights Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#266 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cynthia Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Cynthia Heights Elementary School is ranked #266 out of 1,763 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?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% 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?
445 students attend Cynthia Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Cynthia Heights Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
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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