Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Kansas state average of 32%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Kansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kansas state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KS
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 345 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,269 schools in Kansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#27 out of 1269 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
32%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
1%
7%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KS Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 1,269 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kansas.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% KS state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% KS state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
345 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
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 Kansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Elementary School part of?
Highlands Elementary School is part of Shawnee Mission Pub School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Mission Village neighborhood of Mission, KS.
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