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#5348 of 9,539 schools in CA
Highland Elementary
Elementary School · Visalia Unified
701 North Stevenson St., Visalia, CA 93291
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#5,348 of 9,539
In Visalia
#23 of 50
public schools
In district
#20 of 40
Visalia Unified
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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About Highland Elementary
Highland Elementary is a public elementary school in Visalia, CA, part of Visalia Unified. Highland Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #5,348 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
40% 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 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.1%
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
→ 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: 6.3/10.
How Highland Elementary Compares
See how Highland Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
701 North Stevenson St., Visalia, CA 93291
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mountain View Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Crowley Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Global Learning Charter (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Visalia, see our Visalia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Redwood High Visalia | 0.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Houston Elementary Visalia | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| The Catholic School of Visalia - George McCann Campus Visalia | 0.5 mi | — |
| GEORGE MCCANN MEMORIAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Visalia | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Crescent Valley Public Charter II Visalia | 0.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Conyer Elementary Visalia | 0.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Mt. Whitney High Visalia | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Creekside Community Day Visalia | 0.8 mi | — |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Visalia | 1.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Elementary Visalia | 1.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Green Acres Middle Visalia | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Charter Home School Academy Visalia | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Sequoia High Visalia | 1.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Crowley Elementary Visalia | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Global Learning Charter Visalia | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Divisadero Middle Visalia | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Visalia Charter Independent Study Visalia | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Four Creeks Elementary Visalia | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| University Preparatory High Visalia | 1.2 mi | 9.4 |
| Mountain View Elementary Visalia | 1.7 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 93291 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,502
Median Home Value
$381,600
Median Rent
$1,331/mo
Population
63,049
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.8%
Median Age
32.7
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|---|---|
| ADVENTURE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roseville, CA | 6.1 |
| Aeolian Elementary Whittier, CA | 6.1 |
| Angier Elementary San Diego, CA | 6.1 |
| Bay View Elementary Santa Cruz, CA | 6.1 |
| Betty Plasencia Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 6.1 |
| Bishop Elementary Sunnyvale, CA | 6.1 |
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 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 19:1. 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 #5,348 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 25% 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?
88.1% 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Tulare County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.5%
- Phone
- (559) 730-7769
Resources & Links
District
Visalia Unified- District Enrollment
- 28,893
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,005
- District Rank
- #20 of 40
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