Very Good
#1877 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 20% in state
Highland Oaks Elementary
Elementary School · Arcadia Unified
10 Virginia Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
635
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#1,877 of 9,539
In Arcadia
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Arcadia Unified
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Oaks Elementary
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About Highland Oaks Elementary
Highland Oaks Elementary is a public elementary school in Arcadia, CA, part of Arcadia Unified. Highland Oaks Elementary serves approximately 635 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Oaks Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Oaks Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.5
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highland Oaks Elementary runs 24.4:1 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.
Score Breakdown
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Highland Oaks Elementary — Students at Highland Oaks Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
22.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Highland Oaks Elementary Compares
See how Highland Oaks Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
10 Virginia Dr., Arcadia, CA 91006
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Oaks Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Madre Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Sierra Madre), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mayflower Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Monrovia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THE GOODEN SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Sierra Madre), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Arcadia, see our Arcadia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIERRA MADRE COMMUNITY NURSERY SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 0.5 mi | — |
| Foothills Middle Arcadia | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Sierra Madre Middle Sierra Madre | 0.8 mi | 8.9 |
| Arroyo Pacific Academy Arcadia | 1.1 mi | — |
| ARROYO PACIFIC ACADEMY Arcadia | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Barnhart School Arcadia | 1.1 mi | — |
| BARNHART SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| EXCELSIOR SCHOOL Arcadia | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Monrovia High Monrovia | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| THE GOODEN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Gooden School, The Sierra Madre | 1.3 mi | — |
| Mayflower Elementary Monrovia | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| BETHANY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Sierra Madre | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| St. Rita School Sierra Madre | 1.3 mi | — |
| Rancho Learning Center (Alternative) Arcadia | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| First Avenue Middle Arcadia | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Sierra Madre Elementary Sierra Madre | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| Monroe Elementary Monrovia | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| CALVARY ROAD BAPTIST ACADEMY Monrovia | 1.7 mi | — |
| Calvary Road Baptist Academy Monrovia | 1.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,511
Median Home Value
$1,187,600
Median Rent
$2,141/mo
Population
32,106
College Educated
55.7%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
7.7%
Median Age
43.7
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|---|---|
| Almond Grove Elementary Oakley, CA | 7.8 |
| Andres and Maria Cardenas Elementary Van Nuys, CA | 7.8 |
| Bay Farm Alameda, CA | 7.8 |
| Ben Lomond Elementary Covina, CA | 7.8 |
| Bethany Elementary Mountain House, CA | 7.8 |
| Burbank (Luther) Elementary Artesia, CA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Oaks Elementary
What grades does Highland Oaks Elementary serve?
Highland Oaks Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Oaks Elementary?
Highland Oaks Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 635 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Oaks Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Oaks Elementary is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Oaks Elementary rank in CA?
Highland Oaks Elementary ranks #1,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Oaks Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Oaks Elementary 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 Oaks Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Oaks Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Oaks Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Oaks Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Oaks Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Oaks Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Oaks Elementary?
22.8% of students at Highland Oaks 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 635
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 22.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.0%
- Phone
- (626) 821-8354
Resources & Links
District
Arcadia Unified- District Enrollment
- 8,988
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,641
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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