Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Lakes Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Lakes Elementary School serves the northern part of Palm Harbor, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Lakes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Lakes Elementary School's student population of 449 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
18 acres
School Rankings
Highland Lakes Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Lakes Elementary School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1060 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.1%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Lakes Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Lakes Elementary School is ranked #1060 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highland Lakes Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Lakes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Curlew Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highland Lakes Elementary School?
449 students attend Highland Lakes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Highland Lakes Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Lakes Elementary School?
Highland Lakes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Lakes Elementary School offer ?
Highland Lakes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Lakes Elementary School part of?
Highland Lakes Elementary School is part of Pinellas School District.
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