Serving 691 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 691 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Grove Elementary School's student population of 691 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
691 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Grove Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Grove Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#584 out of 3662 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
28%
38%
Black
15%
21%
White
51%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Heroes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Grove Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Grove Elementary School is ranked #584 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Highlands Grove Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Grove Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valleyview Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Grove Elementary School?
691 students attend Highlands Grove Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Highlands Grove Elementary School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Grove Elementary School?
Highlands Grove Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands Grove Elementary School offer ?
Highlands Grove Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Grove Elementary School part of?
Highlands Grove Elementary School is part of Polk School District.
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