Serving 814 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 814 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
814 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#349 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Hispanic
5%
15%
Black
5%
14%
White
79%
62%
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #349 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
814 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp School District.
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