Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Alabama for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is higher than the Alabama state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 223 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,285 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 1285 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
11%
Black
3%
32%
White
83%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #456 out of 1,285 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% AL state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
223 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Etowah County School District.
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