Highland Elementary School, a Berkeley Heights public high school serving grades PK–6 with 223 students, ranked #472 in Alabama in 2023 after fluctuating between #419 and #958 from 2014 to 2023.
Math proficiency stood at 30–34%, approximately equal to the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 45–49%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency was 21–39%, significantly lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment increased slightly from 174 students in 2019 to 225 in 2023, while the percentage of students eligible for free lunch rose from 59% to 62%, indicating growing socioeconomic needs; minority enrollment was 17% as of the latest data.
The student–teacher ratio improved from 18:1 in 2022 to 14:1 in 2023, supporting increased student attention; Highland Elementary ranked among Alabama's top 10% for lowest student–teacher ratio and most improved public schools.
Graduation rates consistently exceeded state averages, reaching 95% in 2023 compared to the state rate of 88%, underscoring positive academic outcomes in this Union County NJ high school.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 216 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Elementary School serves the northeastern part of Gadsden, AL, covering an area of approximately 43.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.6 miles and the furthest edge located 11.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 216 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
216 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Giving Children the power to be GREAT leaders: Goal-Setting, Responsible, Excelling, Achieving, Thinkers
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#472 out of 1275 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
30%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
31%
White
86%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
53%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #472 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
216 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Etowah County School District.
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