Excellent
#127 of 3,813 schools in IL
Top 3% in state
Highlands Elem School
Elementary School · LaGrange Highlands SD 106
5850 Laurel Ave, La Grange Highlands, IL 60525
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
563
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
9.1
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Illinois schools
#127 of 3,813
In La Grange Highlands
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
LaGrange Highlands SD 106
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highlands Elem School
Elementary School in La Grange Highlands · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands Elem School
Highlands Elem School is a public elementary school in La Grange Highlands, IL, part of LaGrange Highlands SD 106. Highlands Elem School serves approximately 563 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 out of 10 and ranks #127 of 3,813 schools in IL.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elem School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.1 · Excellent
- IL avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Highlands Elem School — Students at Highlands Elem School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Test Scores IL EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from IL 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: 8.7/10.
How Highlands Elem School Compares
See how Highlands Elem School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
5850 Laurel Ave, La Grange Highlands, IL 60525
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elem School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Oak Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Elm Elem School (rated 9.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Burr Ridge), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Forest Hills Elem School (rated 9.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Western Springs), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in La Grange Highlands, see our La Grange Highlands schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Highlands Middle School La Grange Highlands | 0.1 mi | 8.9 |
| ACACIA ACADEMY La Grange | 0.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN OF THE CROSS PARISH SCHOOL Western Springs | 1.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ST CLETUS SCHOOL La Grange | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Forest Hills Elem School Western Springs | 1.3 mi | 9.5 |
| Wm F Gurrie Middle School La Grange | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Spring Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.2 mi | 8.7 |
| CREATIVE WORLD MONTESSORI SCHOOL La Grange | 1.7 mi | — |
| Ideal Elem School Countryside | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Field Park Elem School Western Springs | 2.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Pleasantdale Middle Sch Burr Ridge | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Oak Elem School Hinsdale | 1.5 mi | 9.7 |
| VINE ACADEMY Burr Ridge | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Elm Elem School Burr Ridge | 1.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Lyons Twp High Sch La Grange | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| McClure Jr High School Western Springs | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Seventh Ave Elem School La Grange | 1.8 mi | 8.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTERN SPRINGS Western Springs | 2.0 mi | — |
| HINSDALE ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hinsdale | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 60525 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,718
Median Home Value
$422,500
Median Rent
$1,475/mo
Population
31,453
College Educated
52.9%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Avoca West Elem School Glenview, IL | 9.1 |
| Davis Primary School Saint Charles, IL | 9.1 |
| Henking Elem School Glenview, IL | 9.1 |
| Hubbard Woods Elem School Winnetka, IL | 9.1 |
| John Laidlaw Elem School Western Springs, IL | 9.1 |
| Lisle Elementary School Lisle, IL | 9.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Elem School
What grades does Highlands Elem School serve?
Highlands Elem School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Highlands Elem School?
Highlands Elem School has an enrollment of approximately 563 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Elem School rank in IL?
Highlands Elem School ranks #127 of 3,813 schools in IL.
What is Highlands Elem School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elem School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.1 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 Elem School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elem School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highlands Elem School a charter school?
No, Highlands Elem School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Elem School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Elem School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 563
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cook County
- Phone
- (708) 579-6886
Resources & Links
District
LaGrange Highlands SD 106- District Enrollment
- 996
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,035
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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