Serving 610 students in grades 1-4, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 610 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1659 out of 2733 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
11%
14%
White
66%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #1659 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stewart Elementary School, East Union Intrmd School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
610 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Highlands School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the East Tarentum neighborhood of Tarentum, PA.
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