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#448 of 2,006 schools in AZ

Top 22% in state

Highland Primary School

Elementary School · Snowflake Unified District (4391)

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Enrollment

500

Student-Teacher

23.8:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Arizona schools

#448 of 2,006

In Snowflake

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 6

Snowflake Unified District (4391)

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Highland Primary School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Snowflake · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Highland Primary School

Highland Primary School is a public elementary school in Snowflake, AZ, part of Snowflake Unified District (4391). Highland Primary School serves approximately 500 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 23.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #448 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

Structured state assessment records for Highland Primary School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • AZ avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Highland Primary School runs 23.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

38% of students at Highland Primary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
Resources & Environment3.1Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio23.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$7,717
Chronic Absenteeism37.8%

Highland Primary School — Students at Highland Primary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores AZ EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 64.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from AZ state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
62%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.

How Highland Primary School Compares

See how Highland Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.8/10
78th percentile in AZ
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
3.1/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
24:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

Location

682 W SCHOOL BUS LN, Snowflake, AZ 85937

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highland Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. George Washington Academy (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Mesa), with a very similar rating. Another option is Taylor Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Linden Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 15.1 miles away, in nearby Show Low), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Snowflake, see our Snowflake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Snowflake Preschool Snowflake 0.4 mi
NAVIT - Snowflake High School Snowflake 0.5 mi
Snowflake High School Snowflake 0.5 mi 7.9
Snowflake Intermediate School Snowflake 0.5 mi 7.6
Snowflake Junior High School Snowflake 0.7 mi 7.2
NAVIT - Northland Pioneer College SCC Snowflake 0.9 mi
George Washington Academy Mesa 1.3 mi 8.0
Northern AZ Academy for Career Dev. - Taylor Taylor 1.5 mi 7.3
Taylor Intermediate School Snowflake 2.4 mi 7.9
Taylor Elementary School Snowflake 2.5 mi 7.4
Sequoia Village School Show Low 15.1 mi 4.0
Linden Elementary School Show Low 15.1 mi 6.9
NAVIT - Show Low High School Snowflake 16.6 mi
Show Low High School Show Low 16.6 mi 8.2
White Mountain Institute Show Low 16.6 mi 7.0
Whipple Ranch Elementary School Show Low 16.6 mi 4.5
Show Low Junior High School Show Low 16.9 mi 5.9
WMI ON LINE Show Low 16.9 mi
Show Low Preschool Show Low 16.9 mi
Nikolaus Homestead Elementary School Show Low 17.6 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 85937 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$64,475

Median Home Value

$259,000

Median Rent

$1,182/mo

Population

9,975

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

80.9%

Avg Commute

23.8 min

Poverty Rate

19.9%

Median Age

31.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highland Primary School

What grades does Highland Primary School serve?

Highland Primary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Highland Primary School?

Highland Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 500 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Primary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland Primary School is 23.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highland Primary School rank in AZ?

Highland Primary School ranks #448 of 2,006 schools in AZ.

What is Highland Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Highland Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Highland Primary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Primary School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Highland Primary School a charter school?

No, Highland Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Highland Primary School a Title I school?

No, Highland Primary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
500
Student-Teacher Ratio
23.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Navajo County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
37.8%

District

Snowflake Unified District (4391)
District Enrollment
2,831
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$7,717
District Rank
#3 of 6

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