Serving 514 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 24%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is equal to the Alabama state level of 18:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 514 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 514 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
514 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,276 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 1276 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
24%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
18:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
6%
10%
Black
18%
32%
White
70%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
44%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #65 out of 1,276 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hidden Lake Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 24% AL state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% AL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
514 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 18:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Dothan City School District.
School Calendar
View the Highlands Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month
May 01, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day for Students
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Teacher Work Day / Last Day for Teachers
May 24, 2024 (Friday)
First Day of American Indian Heritage Month
November 01, 2024 (Friday)
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