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 (2026-27)
- 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
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
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
49%
Black
1%
6%
White
69%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
41.2%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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 Higley Traditional Academy, Greenfield Elementary School 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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