Serving 444 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 444 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#252 out of 1267 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
2%
Hispanic
2%
10%
Black
5%
11%
White
75%
72%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #252 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Lands Elementary School, Deer Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
444 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Daviess County School District.
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