Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, High Pointe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: High Pointe Elementary serves the northeast part of Cedar Hill, TX, covering an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest point being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
High Pointe Elementary School's student population of 411 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
411 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1904
School Motto
To prepare all scholars to be responsible, respectful, lifelong learners.
School Rankings
High Pointe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High Pointe Elementary School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6666 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
70%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Pointe Elementary School's ranking?
High Pointe Elementary School is ranked #6666 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend High Pointe Elementary School?
411 students attend High Pointe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of High Pointe Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High Pointe Elementary School?
High Pointe Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does High Pointe Elementary School offer ?
High Pointe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is High Pointe Elementary School part of?
High Pointe Elementary School is part of Cedar Hill Independent School District.
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