Serving 598 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dean Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 598 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dean Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Dean Highland Elementary School's student population of 598 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
598 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Dean Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean Highland Elementary School is 0.49, 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
#7361 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
22%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dean Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Dean Highland Elementary School is ranked #7361 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dean Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Dean Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Air Montessori School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dean Highland Elementary School?
598 students attend Dean Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Dean Highland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dean Highland Elementary School?
Dean Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dean Highland Elementary School offer ?
Dean Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dean Highland Elementary School part of?
Dean Highland Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dean Highland Elementary School located?
Dean Highland Elementary School is located in the Heart of Texas neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Heart of Texas.
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