Serving 787 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Park Elementary serves the northeast part of Gilbert, AZ, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School News
- Join Us for "A Walk in the Park", Celebrating 20 Years of Highland Park | October 23 - 10/16/2026Welcome all current and former Highland Park Elementary families! Celebrate 20 years of HPE Hornets learning, growing, and belonging on October 23, 2026, at 5 PM, followed by our annual ...moreTrunk-or-Treat Event. hide
- The Hornet’s Back-to-School Guide for Highland Park Elementary - 07/21/2026The first day of school is Tuesday, July 28. To help you start the year strong, we are sharing a BacktoSchool Guide for everything you need to stay connected, prepared, ...moreand ready for the best school year yet. hide
- Highland Park Students Start Coding Mentorship Program to Promote STEM Learning - 04/23/2026After months of planning and collaborating with industry professionals, Chief Science Officers at Highland Park are turning their Action Plans into reality and making a positive impact on their school ...morecommunity. hide
Top Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 787 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. May 27, 2027
School Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Elementary School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#188 out of 1921 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
49%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
69%
33%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and yellow
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Highland Park Elementary is a caring community school that supports each student in achieving personal and academic success. Highland Park Hornets are positive, perseverative, accountable, responsible, and kind.
- We have both conventional and accelerated classrooms in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade. We also provide gifted services in grades 1 through 6. Using our PARK Hives, we create an environment where all students feel they belong and are welcomed.
- Highland Park offers a wide range of clubs, music and learning opportunities for all our students including a STEM club, 5th and 6th grade musical production, and a Walk to Read event. We have vibrant parent involvement opportunities with our PTSO and Parent Site Council to name a few.
- We are an A+ School of Excellence by the Arizona Education Foundation and have continued to be an A-rated school by the Arizona Department of Education since we opened in 2006.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #188 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Highland Park Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Park Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenfield Elementary School, Higley Traditional Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
787 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Highland Park Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239).
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Elementary School located?
Highland Park Elementary School is located in the Carol Rae Ranch neighborhood of Gilbert, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in Carol Rae Ranch.
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