Serving 105 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in North Dakota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the North Dakota state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the North Dakota state average of 29% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in ND
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Dakota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Acres Elementary School's student population of 105 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 461 schools in North Dakota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Acres Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 461 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
2%
5%
White
88%
71%
Hawaiian
3%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
26%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ND Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Acres Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 461 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in North Dakota.
What schools are Highland Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Victor Solheim Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% ND state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% ND state average).
How many students attend Highland Acres Elementary School?
105 students attend Highland Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Highland Acres Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hawaiian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Acres Elementary School?
Highland Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the North Dakota state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highland Acres Elementary School offer ?
Highland Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Acres Elementary School part of?
Highland Acres Elementary School is part of Bismarck 1 School District.
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