Serving 742 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Grove Elementary School's student population of 742 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,655 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Grove Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#805 out of 3655 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
26%
36%
Black
12%
21%
White
55%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Grove Elementary School is ranked #805 out of 3,655 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highlands Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Grove Elementary School?
742 students attend Highlands Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Highlands Grove Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Grove Elementary School?
Highlands Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highlands Grove Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Highlands Grove Elementary School part of?
Highlands Grove Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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