Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Grove 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 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Grove Elementary serves the western part of Highland, CA, covering an area of approximately 3.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with most residing within a mile of the school and the furthest edge being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Grove Elementary School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Grove Elementary School is 0.56, 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
#2502 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
Asian
13%
12%
Hispanic
64%
56%
Black
3%
5%
White
13%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Grizzly Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Grove Elementary School is ranked #2502 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Highland Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cram Elementary School, Arroyo Verde Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Highland Grove Elementary School?
504 students attend Highland Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Highland Grove Elementary School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Grove Elementary School?
Highland Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Grove Elementary School offer ?
Highland Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Grove Elementary School part of?
Highland Grove Elementary School is part of Redlands Unified School District.
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