Serving 491 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Bluff Elementary serves the northwest part of Brandon, MS, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Bluff Elementary School's student population of 491 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Bluff Elementary School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
32%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange, Blue, Purple, Green, Light Blue, Dark Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Bluff Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Highland Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northshore Elementary School, Flowood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Highland Bluff Elementary School?
491 students attend Highland Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Highland Bluff Elementary School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Bluff Elementary School?
Highland Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Highland Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Bluff Elementary School part of?
Highland Bluff Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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