Serving 291 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Highlands Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Idaho for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Idaho state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Idaho state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Idaho state average of 28% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 291 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in ID
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Idaho for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Elementary School's student population of 291 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
291 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Where children come to know who they are and who they can become
School Rankings
Highlands Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 704 schools in Idaho (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#8 out of 704 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
7%
21%
White
81%
72%
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ID Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Elementary School's ranking?
Highlands Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 704 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Idaho.
What schools are Highlands Elementary School often compared to?
Highlands Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt Elementary School, Collister Elementary School, Longfellow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% ID state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% ID state average).
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
291 students attend Highlands Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Highlands Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Idaho 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 Boise Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands Elementary School located?
Highlands Elementary School is located in the Highlands neighborhood of Boise, ID.
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