Serving 439 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Highland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 439 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Elementary School is 0.58, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1587 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
60%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
18%
17%
White
61%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #1587 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
439 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Highland Park Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of South-Western City School District.
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