Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Forest Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Forest Elementary serves the southwest part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.9 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Forest Elementary School's student population of 694 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
694 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Highland Forest Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Forest Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#5507 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
86%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
6%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Forest Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Forest Elementary School is ranked #5507 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Highland Forest Elementary School?
694 students attend Highland Forest Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Highland Forest Elementary School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Forest Elementary School?
Highland Forest Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Forest Elementary School offer ?
Highland Forest Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Forest Elementary School part of?
Highland Forest Elementary School is part of East Central Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Forest Elementary School located?
Highland Forest Elementary School is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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