Highland Primary School serves 544 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Attendance Zone: Highland Primary School serves the southern part of Highland, IL, covering an area of approximately 66.1 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Primary School's student population of 544 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
544 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Ignite bright futures to build a better community.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Primary School is 0.21, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
3%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Highland Primary School often compared to?
Highland Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Primary Center, N O Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Highland Primary School?
544 students attend Highland Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Highland Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Primary School?
Highland Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Primary School offer ?
Highland Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Highland Primary School part of?
Highland Primary School is part of Highland CUSD 5 School District.
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