Serving 560 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 560 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1% in IL)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 560 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
560 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.68. 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)
(18-19)65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
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: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% IL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
560 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 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 lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
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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