Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Joseph Hess Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph Hess Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Joseph Hess Elementary School's student population of 686 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph Hess Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph Hess Elementary School is 0.66, which is more 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
#1522 out of 1763 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
43%
15%
Black
38%
13%
White
13%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph Hess Elementary School's ranking?
Joseph Hess Elementary School is ranked #1522 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Joseph Hess Elementary School often compared to?
Joseph Hess Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Warren G Harding Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Joseph Hess Elementary School?
686 students attend Joseph Hess Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Joseph Hess Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph Hess Elementary School?
Joseph Hess Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Joseph Hess Elementary School offer ?
Joseph Hess Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Joseph Hess Elementary School part of?
Joseph Hess Elementary School is part of School City Of Hammond School District.
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