Serving 928 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Hamilton Heights Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 928 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hamilton Heights Elementary School's student population of 928 students has grown by 86% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 143% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
928 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Hamilton Heights Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamilton Heights Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#714 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Hamilton Heights Elementary School's ranking?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School is ranked #714 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Hamilton Heights Elementary School often compared to?
Hamilton Heights Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sheridan Elementary School, Fall Creek Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Hamilton Heights Elementary School?
928 students attend Hamilton Heights Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Hamilton Heights Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamilton Heights Elementary School?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Hamilton Heights Elementary School offer ?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamilton Heights Elementary School part of?
Hamilton Heights Elementary School is part of Hamilton Heights School Corp School District.
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