Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Hts 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 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Hts Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Hts Elementary School's student population of 450 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Hts 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 Highland Hts Elementary School is 0.53, 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
#7436 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
52%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
1%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Hts Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Hts Elementary School is ranked #7436 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Highland Hts Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Hts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wesley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Highland Hts Elementary School?
450 students attend Highland Hts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Highland Hts Elementary School students are Hispanic, 45% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Hts Elementary School?
Highland Hts Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Hts Elementary School offer ?
Highland Hts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Hts Elementary School part of?
Highland Hts Elementary School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Hts Elementary School located?
Highland Hts Elementary School is located in the Acres Home neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 9 other public schools located in Acres Home.
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