Serving 305 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Highland ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 305 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland serves the south part of Westfield, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Highland's student population of 305 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
305 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Highland ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland is 0.32, 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
#827 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland's ranking?
Highland is ranked #827 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Highland often compared to?
Highlandis often viewed alongside schools like Woodland School, Abner Gibbs, Munger Hill by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Highland?
305 students attend Highland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highland students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland?
Highland has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highland offer ?
Highland offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland part of?
Highland is part of Westfield School District.
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