Serving 367 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 367 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Elementary School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2387 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
43%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #2387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
367 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Highland Park Elementary School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of Highland Park Independent School District.
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