Serving 559 students in grades 1-4, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 559 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grandview Upper El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Tarentum, PA, covering approximately 22.8 square miles. The zone typically has a drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to its edge and extending up to 5.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 559 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
559 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1724 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
13%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.2%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
59%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #1724 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Union Intrmd School, Stewart Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
559 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the East Tarentum neighborhood of Tarentum, PA.
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