Serving 448 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hightower Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas 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 Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 448 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hightower Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hightower Elementary School's student population of 448 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
448 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Hightower Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hightower Elementary School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#265 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
17%
54%
Black
13%
13%
White
38%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hightower Elementary School's ranking?
Hightower Elementary School is ranked #265 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hightower Elementary School often compared to?
Hightower Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centennial 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 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hightower Elementary School?
448 students attend Hightower Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Hightower Elementary School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hightower Elementary School?
Hightower Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hightower Elementary School offer ?
Hightower Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hightower Elementary School part of?
Hightower Elementary School is part of Plano Independent School District.
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