Very Good
#3411 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 36% in state
Highland Academy
Elementary School · Highland Academy District
715 Wellwood Ave., Beaumont, CA 92223
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
330
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,411 of 9,539
In Beaumont
#2 of 15
public schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Academy
Elementary School in Beaumont · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highland Academy
Highland Academy is a public elementary school in Beaumont, CA, part of Highland Academy District. Highland Academy serves approximately 330 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 18.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #3,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Academy show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highland Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Highland Academy — Students at Highland Academy score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 24 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.2/10.
How Highland Academy Compares
See how Highland Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
715 Wellwood Ave., Beaumont, CA 92223
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Starlight Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Calimesa), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Brookside Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Beaumont, see our Beaumont schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Three Rings Ranch Elementary Beaumont | 0.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Palm Innovation Academy Beaumont | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Glen View High Beaumont | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| 21st Century Learning Institute Beaumont | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Mission Vista Academy Beaumont | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Anna Hause Elementary Beaumont | 1.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Mountain View Middle Beaumont | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| CHILDHELP SCHOOL Beaumont | 1.6 mi | — |
| San Gorgonio Middle Beaumont | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Sundance Elementary Beaumont | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Brookside Elementary Beaumont | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Beaumont Senior High Beaumont | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Starlight Elementary Beaumont | 2.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Tournament Hills Elementary Beaumont | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Banning | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| YOUNG SCHOLAR EDUCATION CENTER Banning | 3.5 mi | — |
| Summerwind Trails Beaumont | 4.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Beaumont Middle College High Banning | 4.3 mi | — |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY VR Moreno Valley | 5.5 mi | — |
| MONTY'S MONTESSORI ACADEMY Calimesa | 5.1 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,462
Median Home Value
$458,300
Median Rent
$1,496/mo
Population
62,797
College Educated
26.7%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
36 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
36.4
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| Agnes Ware Stanley Elementary Garden Grove, CA | 7.0 |
| Aileen Colburn Elementary Atwater, CA | 7.0 |
| Arturo Sanchez Elementary Norwalk, CA | 7.0 |
| Aspire College Academy Oakland, CA | 7.0 |
| Beryl Heights Elementary Redondo Beach, CA | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Academy
What grades does Highland Academy serve?
Highland Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Highland Academy?
Highland Academy has an enrollment of approximately 330 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Academy is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Academy rank in CA?
Highland Academy ranks #3,411 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Academy has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2024).
Is Highland Academy a charter school?
Yes, Highland Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Highland Academy a Title I school?
No, Highland Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Academy?
38.8% of students at Highland Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 330
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Riverside County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (951) 266-0220
Resources & Links
District
Highland Academy District- District Enrollment
- 330
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,633
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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