Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Elementary School's student population of 242 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
242 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2056 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
95%
15%
White
3%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Riverview Gardens School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #2056 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
242 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Highland Elementary School students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
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 Riverview Gardens School District.
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