Serving 510 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 510 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlands Elementary School serves a central area in Naperville, IL, covering approximately 2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 510 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
510 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.55, 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
#21 out of 3542 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
Asian
23%
6%
Hispanic
6%
29%
White
63%
45%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
29.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #21 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Glens Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
510 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
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 Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Naperville CUSD 203 School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville, IL. There are 35 other public schools located in Naperville Park District.
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