Serving 380 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alabama 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 Alabama state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Alabama state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Alabama state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Alabama state average of 49% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 380 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#994 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
14%
11%
Black
76%
32%
White
4%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #994 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like James Dawson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
380 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Highlands Elementary School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
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 Huntsville City School District.
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