For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,171 students in Highland, MI.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Highland, MI are Heritage Elementary School, Spring Mills Elementary School and Highland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, MI public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Michigan public elementary school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 44% statewide average). Elementary schools in Highland have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Michigan public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary school average of 38% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Highland, MI (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heritage Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
219 Watkins Blvd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8190
Grades: K-5
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Spring Mills Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3150 Harvey Lake Rd
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Highland, MI 48356
(248) 684-8130
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #33.
Highland Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
300 W Livingston Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8070
Grades: PK-5
| 288 students
Rank: n/an/a
Apollo Center
Special Education School
2029 N Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8134
Grades: PK-12
| 8 students
Highland, Michigan Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2029 N. Milford Road
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8040
Grades: K-5
| 232 students
305 North John St
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8080
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8080
Grades: 6-8
| 461 students
2390 S Milford Rd
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8230
Highland, MI 48357
(248) 684-8230
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Highland, MI?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Highland, MI include Heritage Elementary School, Spring Mills Elementary School and Highland Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Highland?
4 public elementary schools are located in Highland.
What is the racial composition of students in Highland?
Highland public elementary schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Michigan public elementary schools average of 38% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Highland are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Highland include: Highland Elementary School vs. Heritage Elementary School, Spring Mills Elementary School vs. Highland Elementary School, Highland Elementary School vs. Spring Mills Elementary School
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