Serving 868 students in grades 1-5, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlands Elementary serves the northwest part of Baytown, TX, covering an area of approximately 12.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of about 2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 868 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
Total Students
868 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Motto
Together, We will Soar Above the Rest!
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4730 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
8%
13%
White
21%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #4730 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
868 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Highlands Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-5
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Goose Creek CISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Elena Townsite neighborhood of Baytown, TX.
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