Needs Improvement
#8877 of 9,539 schools in CA
Highland Pacific Elementary
Elementary School · San Bernardino City Unified
3340 Pacific St., Highland, CA 92346
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#8,877 of 9,539
In Highland
#13 of 13
public schools
In district
#70 of 71
San Bernardino City Unified
School environment
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Pacific Elementary
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About Highland Pacific Elementary
Highland Pacific Elementary is a public elementary school in Highland, CA, part of San Bernardino City Unified. Highland Pacific Elementary serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Pacific Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #8,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Pacific Elementary show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
56% of students at Highland Pacific 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 Pacific Elementary — Students at Highland Pacific Elementary score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 32 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.7/10.
How Highland Pacific Elementary Compares
See how Highland Pacific Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3340 Pacific St., Highland, CA 92346
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Pacific Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Emmerton Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby San Bernardino), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thompson Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, iEmpire Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Ontario), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Highland, see our Highland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| San Andreas High Highland | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Cole Elementary Highland | 0.4 mi | 5.2 |
| HIGHLAND CHURCH DAY CARE CENTER Highland | 0.4 mi | — |
| New Vision Middle Ontario | 0.6 mi | 5.5 |
| Entrepreneur High Ontario | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| ST ADELAIDE ACADEMY Highland | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Oehl Elementary Highland | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Thompson Elementary Highland | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| St. Adelaide School Highland | 0.9 mi | — |
| Serrano Middle Highland | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Cypress Elementary Highland | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Emmerton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| San Gorgonio High San Bernardino | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Lankershim Elementary Highland | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Colonel Joseph C. Rodriguez PREP Academy San Bernardino | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Barton Elementary San Bernardino | 1.6 mi | 3.8 |
| Belvedere Elementary Highland | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| iEmpire Academy Ontario | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Warm Springs Elementary San Bernardino | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| AQUINAS HIGH SCHOOL San Bernardino | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 92346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$84,818
Median Home Value
$461,500
Median Rent
$1,654/mo
Population
56,956
College Educated
25.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
36
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|---|---|
| Alpaugh Elementary Alpaugh, CA | 3.7 |
| Anderson Valley Elementary Boonville, CA | 3.7 |
| Chapman Elementary Chico, CA | 3.7 |
| Colfax Elementary Colfax, CA | 3.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (CHANGED THE NAME 6/15) Escondido, CA | 3.7 |
| H. W. Harkness Elementary Sacramento, CA | 3.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Pacific Elementary
What grades does Highland Pacific Elementary serve?
Highland Pacific Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Highland Pacific Elementary?
Highland Pacific Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Pacific Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Pacific Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Pacific Elementary rank in CA?
Highland Pacific Elementary ranks #8,877 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highland Pacific Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Pacific Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 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 Pacific Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Pacific Elementary has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Pacific Elementary a charter school?
No, Highland Pacific Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Pacific Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highland Pacific Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Pacific Elementary?
89.0% of students at Highland Pacific 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- San Bernardino County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 55.5%
- Phone
- (909) 388-6518
Resources & Links
District
San Bernardino City Unified- District Enrollment
- 44,712
- Schools in District
- 76
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,064
- District Rank
- #70 of 71
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