Serving 618 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Elementary School serves the entire district in Glasgow, KY, covering approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 618 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.57, which is more 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
#525 out of 1250 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
14%
10%
Black
6%
11%
White
63%
71%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
13%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #525 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Green Elementary School, Eastern Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
618 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Glasgow Independent School District.
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