Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Highland Drive Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Drive Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Drive Elementary School's student population of 387 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Drive Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Drive Elementary School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 3137 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
4%
17%
White
80%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Drive Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Drive Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Highland Drive Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Drive Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hilton Elementary School, Chippewa Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
How many students attend Highland Drive Elementary School?
387 students attend Highland Drive Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Highland Drive Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Drive Elementary School?
Highland Drive Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Drive Elementary School offer ?
Highland Drive Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Highland Drive Elementary School part of?
Highland Drive Elementary School is part of Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District.
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