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#1725 of 1,823 schools in IN

Sunny Heights Elementary School

Elementary School · MSD Warren Township

11149 Stonybrook Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46229

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

3.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Indiana schools

#1,725 of 1,823

In Indianapolis

#198 of 222

public schools

In district

#12 of 13

MSD Warren Township

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Sunny Heights Elementary School

3.3/10

Elementary School in Indianapolis · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle

4.2/10

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About Sunny Heights Elementary School

Sunny Heights Elementary School is a public elementary school in Indianapolis, IN, part of MSD Warren Township. Sunny Heights Elementary School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunny Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,725 of 1,823 schools in IN.

Structured state assessment records for Sunny Heights Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.8 pts below district
  • This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.1
  • IN avg 6.6

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress1.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-5.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24.3% (2025 ILEARN)
Reading/ELA Proficiency18.8% (2025 ILEARN)
Math vs. State Avg-27.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-21.4 pts
Overall Proficiency22% (2025 ILEARN, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2025 ILEARN)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,342
Chronic Absenteeism28.8%

Sunny Heights Elementary School — Students at Sunny Heights Elementary School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.6% (2025 ILEARN)
ELA Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.7% (2025 ILEARN)

Based on 35 test records from IN state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
85%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
42%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2017
Math
25%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
2.5%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
2.5%
2022
Math
17%
2025
Math
24.9%
ELA
18.9%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.

How Sunny Heights Elementary School Compares

See how Sunny Heights Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.3/10
5th percentile in IN
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
1.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.0/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

Location

11149 Stonybrook Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46229

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunny Heights Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Phalen at Francis Scott Key 103 (rated 6.9/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, TP SCHOOLS (rated 6.9/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Indianapolis, see our Indianapolis schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Stonybrook Intermediate & Middle Indianapolis 0.2 mi 4.2
Warren Online Academy Indianapolis 0.9 mi
Andrew J Brown Academy Indianapolis 1.1 mi 4.4
Brookview Elementary School Indianapolis 1.3 mi 4.1
Eastridge Elementary School Indianapolis 1.6 mi 4.7
Lakeside Elementary School Indianapolis 1.6 mi 4.6
Warren Central High School Indianapolis 1.9 mi 4.0
Winding Ridge Elementary School Indianapolis 2.5 mi 3.8
James & Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy Middle School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 7.2
James and Rosemary Phalen Leadership Academy High School Indianapolis 2.4 mi 4.8
Phalen Virtual Leadership Academy Indianapolis 2.4 mi 3.2
Phalen Leadership Academy - IN Inc Indianapolis 2.3 mi 2.7
Phalen at Francis Scott Key 103 Indianapolis 2.3 mi 6.9
Indian Creek Elementary School Indianapolis 3.4 mi 3.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Indianapolis 2.7 mi 8.4
Tindley Summit Academy Indianapolis 2.7 mi 5.4
CORNERSTONE BAPTIST ACADEMY Indianapolis 3.4 mi 8.8
PLA@Promise Prep Indianapolis 3.0 mi 5.3
TP SCHOOLS Indianapolis 3.1 mi 6.9
Creston Intermediate & Middle Schl Indianapolis 3.6 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46229 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,982

Median Home Value

$170,100

Median Rent

$1,020/mo

Population

28,284

College Educated

26.3%

Homeownership

61.1%

Avg Commute

25.4 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

35

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Wallace Aylesworth Elementary Portage, IN 3.3
William Penn School 49 Indianapolis, IN 3.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunny Heights Elementary School

What grades does Sunny Heights Elementary School serve?

Sunny Heights Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Sunny Heights Elementary School?

Sunny Heights Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunny Heights Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunny Heights Elementary School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunny Heights Elementary School rank in IN?

Sunny Heights Elementary School ranks #1,725 of 1,823 schools in IN.

What is Sunny Heights Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunny Heights Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Sunny Heights Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunny Heights Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sunny Heights Elementary School a charter school?

No, Sunny Heights Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sunny Heights Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Sunny Heights Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunny Heights Elementary School?

72.4% of students at Sunny Heights Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Marion County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.8%

District

MSD Warren Township
District Enrollment
11,440
Schools in District
16
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,342
District Rank
#12 of 13

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