Serving 480 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 76% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 480 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Heavilin Elementary School's student population of 480 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
480 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Heavilin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heavilin Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#44 out of 1743 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
2%
13%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Heavilin Elementary School's ranking?
Heavilin Elementary School is ranked #44 out of 1,743 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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Heavilin Elementary School?
480 students attend Heavilin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Heavilin Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Heavilin Elementary School part of?
Heavilin Elementary School is part of Valparaiso Community Schools School District.
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