Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Highland Park School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Park School's student population of 329 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers

Students by Grade

School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Park School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#761 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%

Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%

Hispanic
37%
31%

Black
22%
12%

White
31%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park School's ranking?
Highland Park School is ranked #761 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Highland Park School often compared to?
Highland Park Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Highland Park School?
329 students attend Highland Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highland Park School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park School?
Highland Park School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highland Park School offer ?
Highland Park School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Park School part of?
Highland Park School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park School located?
Highland Park School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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