Serving 160 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 160 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 160 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
160 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 1728 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
31%
15%
Black
8%
21%
White
46%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C Hal Henard Elementary School, Eastview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
160 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Greeneville School District.
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