Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlands Elementary School serves the west part of Winter Springs, FL, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 503 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Year Founded
1996
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#904 out of 3662 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Hispanic
41%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Black
7%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
40%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #904 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Layer Elementary School, Bentley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
503 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Highlands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Seminole School District.
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