Needs Improvement
#3555 of 3,778 schools in FL
Highlands Elementary School
Elementary School · OSCEOLA
800 W DONEGAN AVE, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
598
Student-Teacher
19.9:1
Score
3.7
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#3,555 of 3,778
In Kissimmee
#48 of 51
public schools
In district
#72 of 76
OSCEOLA
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Highlands Elementary School
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About Highlands Elementary School
Highlands Elementary School is a public elementary school in Kissimmee, FL, part of OSCEOLA. Highlands Elementary School serves approximately 598 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.7 out of 10 and ranks #3,555 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elementary School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 3.7 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.4
- FL avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
49% 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 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 33 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: 3.5/10.
How Highlands Elementary School Compares
See how Highlands Elementary School 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
800 W DONEGAN AVE, Kissimmee, FL 34741
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KISSIMMEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT TAPESTRY (rated 6.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, VICTORY CHARTER SCHOOL K-5 (rated 6.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Kissimmee, see our Kissimmee schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 34741 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,278
Median Home Value
$270,200
Median Rent
$1,591/mo
Population
56,429
College Educated
27.9%
Homeownership
35.9%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
24.1%
Median Age
33.9
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| MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pensacola, FL | 3.7 |
| PALM BEACH MARITIME ACADEMY ELEMENTARY Lantana, FL | 3.7 |
| POINCIANA ACADEMY OF FINE ARTS Kissimmee, FL | 3.7 |
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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 598 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary School is 19.9:1. 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 #3,555 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Highlands Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elementary School 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 Highlands Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elementary School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 41% 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?
64.5% 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
- 598
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 64.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Osceola County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (407) 935-3620
Resources & Links
District
OSCEOLA- District Enrollment
- 74,289
- Schools in District
- 86
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,383
- District Rank
- #72 of 76
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