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Highland Elementary School

295 Ne 24th St
Gresham, OR 97030
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 420 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50% in OR
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:

School Overview

Highland Elementary School's student population of 420 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
420 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Motto
¡Bienvenidos a Highland!

School Rankings

Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OR)
#1148 out of 1174 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
31%
15-19%
44%
≤5%
30%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
54%
26%
Black
5%
3%
White
28%
58%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.63
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
9%
8%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #1148 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Oregon.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
420 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Highland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Oregon state average of 17:1.
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 Gresham-Barlow SD 10j School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Elementary School located?
Highland Elementary School is located in the North Central neighborhood of Gresham, OR. There are 3 other public schools located in North Central.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 420 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 72%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education

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