Serving 564 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 45%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Minnesota state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 38% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 564 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Minnesota for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 564 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,860 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#91 out of 1860 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
45%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
2%
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
5%
11%
Black
7%
12%
White
73%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #91 out of 1,860 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 45% MN state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
564 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Minnesota state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Edina Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Minneapolis, MN. There are 1 other public schools located in Highlands.
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