Below Average
#3363 of 3,778 schools in FL
Highlands Elementary School
Elementary School · DUVAL
1000 DEPAUL DR, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,363 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#140 of 184
public schools
In district
#149 of 194
DUVAL
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Highlands Elementary School
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About Highlands Elementary School
Highlands Elementary School is a public elementary school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Highlands Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #3,363 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elementary School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
68% of students at Highlands Elementary School 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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Highlands Elementary School — Students at Highlands Elementary School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL 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: 3.7/10.
How Highlands Elementary School Compares
See how Highlands Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1000 DEPAUL DR, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. RUFUS E. PAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GARDEN CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, AMERICA'S LITTLE LEADERS (rated 6.2/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,363
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Rent
$1,416/mo
Population
71,066
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Elementary School
What grades does Highlands Elementary School serve?
Highlands Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands Elementary School?
Highlands Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Elementary School rank in FL?
Highlands Elementary School ranks #3,363 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Highlands Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Highlands Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elementary School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highlands Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Elementary School?
72.7% of students at Highlands Elementary School 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 68.2%
- Phone
- (904) 696-8754
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #149 of 194
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