Serving 617 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Ranch Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the California state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 617 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 72%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Ranch Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Ranch Elementary School's student population of 617 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
617 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Ranch Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)72%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
12%
Hispanic
17%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
33%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
13%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CA state average).
How many students attend Highland Ranch Elementary School?
617 students attend Highland Ranch Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Highland Ranch Elementary School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Ranch Elementary School?
Highland Ranch Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Ranch Elementary School offer ?
Highland Ranch Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Ranch Elementary School part of?
Highland Ranch Elementary School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Ranch Elementary School located?
Highland Ranch Elementary School is located in the Carmel Mountain Ranch neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Carmel Mountain Ranch.
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