Serving 629 students in grades 3-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 60% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Elementary serves the southwest section of Ridgeland, MS, encompassing an area of about 30.6 square miles. Families typically reside within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 3.2 miles and the furthest point located 5.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 629 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Believe!
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.56, which is less 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
#367 out of 795 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
42%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
62%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
40%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
67%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #367 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Mississippi.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
629 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Highland Elementary School students are Black, 23% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Madison County Schools.
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