Needs Improvement
#9297 of 9,539 schools in CA
Highland Elementary
Elementary School · Inglewood Unified
430 Venice Way, Inglewood, CA 90302
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
397
Student-Teacher
24.8:1
Score
3.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#9,297 of 9,539
In Inglewood
#21 of 24
public schools
In district
#13 of 16
Inglewood Unified
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About Highland Elementary
Highland Elementary is a public elementary school in Inglewood, CA, part of Inglewood Unified. Highland Elementary serves approximately 397 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 24.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 out of 10 and ranks #9,297 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.0 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 3.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highland Elementary runs 24.8:1 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.
63% of students at Highland Elementary 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
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Highland Elementary — Students at Highland Elementary score 25% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
92.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.9/10.
How Highland Elementary Compares
See how Highland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
430 Venice Way, Inglewood, CA 90302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Wilder's Preparatory Academy Charter (rated 8.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is La Tijera K-8 Academy of Excellence Charter (rated 7.7/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Open Charter Magnet (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Inglewood, see our Inglewood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,461
Median Home Value
$731,300
Median Rent
$1,784/mo
Population
28,871
College Educated
29.8%
Homeownership
29.5%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Median Age
36.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elementary
What grades does Highland Elementary serve?
Highland Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Highland Elementary?
Highland Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 397 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 24.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Elementary rank in CA?
Highland Elementary ranks #9,297 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.0 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 Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Elementary has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Elementary?
92.2% of students at Highland Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 397
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 92.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.7%
- Phone
- (310) 680-5460
Resources & Links
District
Inglewood Unified- District Enrollment
- 7,011
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,521
- District Rank
- #13 of 16
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