Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 393 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)44%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
8%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manor Hill Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
393 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Downers Grove Gsd 58 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of Student Attendance
August 16, 2024 (Friday)
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