Highland Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 707 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for: Highest overall rank (Top 20%) and Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 20%).
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% AZ state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% AZ state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
707 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
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 Mesa Unified School District.
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