Highland Elementary School

Highland Elementary School serves 899 students in grades prekindergarten through fifth in Lake Worth, Florida. With 77 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains an 11.7-to-1 student-teacher ratio, providing opportunities for more individualized attention in the classroom. Academically, Highland Elementary has room for growth, with 26% of students performing at or above proficiency in English Language Arts and Reading, while mathematics shows stronger performance with 58% of students meeting proficiency standards.

The school ranks in the 44th percentile among Florida elementary schools, positioning it in the middle range statewide. The school draws from a diverse working-class community where the median household income is $58,624 and about one in five families faces economic challenges. Nearly a quarter of neighborhood residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, reflecting a mix of educational backgrounds.

The area's median home value of $292,500 indicates a stable residential community. Highland Elementary operates as a regular public school within Palm Beach County's school district, serving families throughout the 33460 zip code area. The school sits in Lake Worth's large suburban setting, where over 36,000 residents call this South Florida community home.

While current test scores at Highland Elementary School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.