Serving 563 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 563 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
10%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hodgkins Elementary School, Ideal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% IL state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
563 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Lagrange Highlands SD 106 School District.
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