Serving 314 students in grades 3-4, Highview Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Highview Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Nanuet, NY, covering approximately 5.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highview Elementary School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highview Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highview Elementary School is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#918 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
37%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highview Elementary School's ranking?
Highview Elementary School is ranked #918 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Highview Elementary School often compared to?
Highview Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Plains Elementary School, Franklin Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Highview Elementary School?
314 students attend Highview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highview Elementary School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highview Elementary School?
Highview Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highview Elementary School offer ?
Highview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highview Elementary School part of?
Highview Elementary School is part of Nanuet Union Free School District.
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