Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlands Elementary serves the northern part of the Minneapolis, MN school district, encompassing an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 564 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
564 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.43, 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
#73 out of 1773 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
60%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
27.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
7%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
564 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Edina Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Highlands.
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