Serving 537 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 537 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
537 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.57, 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
#2349 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
12%
Hispanic
38%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #2349 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton Elementary School, Lincoln Fundamental Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
537 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Corona-Norco Unified School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School 24/25
August 13, 2024 (Tuesday)
Labor Day Holiday - School Closed
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Veterans Day - School Closed
November 11, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Week - School Closed
November 25, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Week - School Closed
November 26, 2024 (Tuesday)
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