Serving 638 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Park Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 638 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Park Elementary School's student population of 638 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
638 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#186 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
17%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
71%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Park Elementary School is ranked #186 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Highland Park Elementary School?
638 students attend Highland Park Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Highland Park Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Elementary School?
Highland Park Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park Elementary School offer ?
Highland Park Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Park Elementary School part of?
Highland Park Elementary School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park Elementary School located?
Highland Park Elementary School is located in the Highland Park West neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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