Serving 515 students in grades 3-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 515 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.17, 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
#721 out of 3426 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)36%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
2%
28%
Black
1%
16%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #721 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
515 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Highland CUSD 5 School District.
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