Highland Arts Elementary School

3042 E Adobe St
Mesa, AZ 85213
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 648 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highland Arts Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 67% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Overview

Highland Arts Elementary School's student population of 648 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
648 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
The arts school of choice

School Rankings

Highland Arts Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Arts Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#537 out of 1921 schools
(Top 30%)
46%
34%
48%
40%
25-29%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
27%
49%
Black
7%
6%
White
58%
33%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mesa Unified District (4235)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Hurricanes

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Arts Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Arts Elementary School is ranked #537 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Highland Arts Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Arts Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Field Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Highland Arts Elementary School?
648 students attend Highland Arts Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Highland Arts Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Arts Elementary School?
Highland Arts Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Arts Elementary School offer ?
Highland Arts Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Arts Elementary School part of?
Highland Arts Elementary School is part of Mesa Unified District (4235).
In what neighborhood is Highland Arts Elementary School located?
Highland Arts Elementary School is located in the The Groves neighborhood of Mesa, AZ. There are 1 other public schools located in The Groves.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 648 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 42%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 46% (Top 30%)
  • : 48% (Top 50%)
  • : 25-29% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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