Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Highland Park School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Park School's student population of 334 students has grown by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#695 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
34%
29%
Black
19%
13%
White
40%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park School's ranking?
Highland Park School is ranked #695 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Highland Park School often compared to?
Highland Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Highland Park School?
334 students attend Highland Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highland Park School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park School?
Highland Park School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highland Park School offer ?
Highland Park School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park School part of?
Highland Park School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park School located?
Highland Park School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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