Serving 136 students in grades 2-3, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 29%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 136 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
Total Students
136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,280 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#597 out of 1280 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
29%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
22%
Black
n/a
7%
White
89%
61%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #597 out of 1,280 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Kansas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 29% KS state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
136 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Columbus School District.
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