Serving 655 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Oaks Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 655 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Oaks Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Oaks Elementary School's student population of 655 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
655 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Oaks Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Oaks Elementary School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#259 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
65%
12%
Hispanic
14%
56%
Black
n/a
5%
White
9%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Oaks Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Oaks Elementary School is ranked #259 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Highland Oaks Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Oaks Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baldwin Stocker Elementary School, Holly Avenue Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Highland Oaks Elementary School?
655 students attend Highland Oaks Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Highland Oaks Elementary School students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Oaks Elementary School?
Highland Oaks Elementary School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Oaks Elementary School offer ?
Highland Oaks Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Oaks Elementary School part of?
Highland Oaks Elementary School is part of Arcadia Unified School District.
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