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Highlands Elementary
Elementary School · Mt. Diablo Unified
1326 Pennsylvania Blvd., Concord, CA 94521
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
26.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#6,081 of 9,539
In Concord
#5 of 23
public schools
In district
#19 of 47
Mt. Diablo Unified
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Highlands Elementary
Elementary School in Concord · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands Elementary
Highlands Elementary is a public elementary school in Concord, CA, part of Mt. Diablo Unified. Highlands Elementary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 26.4:1 student-teacher ratio.
Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #6,081 of 9,539 schools in CA. Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elementary show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 4.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highlands Elementary runs 26.4:1 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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Highlands Elementary — Students at Highlands Elementary score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 6.1/10.
How Highlands Elementary Compares
See how Highlands Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1326 Pennsylvania Blvd., Concord, CA 94521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mt. Diablo Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Clayton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Silverwood Elementary (rated 5.5/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Concord, see our Concord schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pine Hollow Middle Concord | 0.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Clayton Valley Charter High Concord | 0.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Hope Academy for Dyslexics Concord | 1.1 mi | — |
| HOPE ACADEMY FOR DYSLEXICS Concord | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Mt. Diablo Elementary Clayton | 1.0 mi | 6.0 |
| STEP BY STEP MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 1.4 mi | — |
| Ayers Elementary Concord | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MYRTLE FARM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Concord | 1.8 mi | — |
| Silverwood Elementary Concord | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Voyager Academy Concord | 1.9 mi | — |
| ANGELS MONTESSORI PRESCHOOL Concord | 1.9 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Concord | 2.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Diablo View Middle Clayton | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| WOOD ROSE ACADEMY Concord | 2.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Wood Rose Academy Concord | 2.4 mi | — |
| Tabernacle Christian, Inc. Concord | 2.7 mi | — |
| TABERNACLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS, INC. Concord | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| King's Valley Christian School Concord | 2.6 mi | — |
| KINGS VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Concord | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Concord High Concord | 3.0 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$127,312
Median Home Value
$823,100
Median Rent
$2,388/mo
Population
41,118
College Educated
44%
Homeownership
73.3%
Avg Commute
32.5 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43
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|---|---|
| ALISO VIEJO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Aliso Viejo, CA | 5.7 |
| Alta Loma Elementary Los Angeles, CA | 5.7 |
| Alvarado Elementary Signal Hill, CA | 5.7 |
| Ayer Elementary Fresno, CA | 5.7 |
| Barbara Comstock Morse Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
| Bell Avenue Elementary Sacramento, CA | 5.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Elementary
What grades does Highlands Elementary serve?
Highlands Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands Elementary?
Highlands Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary is 26.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Elementary rank in CA?
Highlands Elementary ranks #6,081 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Highlands Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Highlands Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elementary has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands Elementary a charter school?
No, Highlands Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highlands Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Elementary?
12.9% of students at Highlands 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
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 26.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Contra Costa County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.1%
- Phone
- (925) 672-5252
Resources & Links
District
Mt. Diablo Unified- District Enrollment
- 29,356
- Schools in District
- 52
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,421
- District Rank
- #19 of 47
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