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#231 of 478 private schools in IN
Top 48% of private schools
Highland Christian School
Elementary School
3040 RIDGE RD, Highland, IN 46322
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
403
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Indiana private schools
#231 of 478
In Highland
#2 of 2
public schools
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Highland Christian School
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About Highland Christian School
Highland Christian School is a private elementary school in Highland, IN. Highland Christian School serves approximately 403 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 478 private schools in IN.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Christian School show 63% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- IN avg 6.6
What Parents Should Know
Highland Christian School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Highland Christian School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Highland, IN
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Highland Christian School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Highland Middle School | 5.1 |
| Southridge Elementary School | 5.9 |
| Mildred Merkley Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Judith Morton Johnston Elementary | 5.2 |
| Allen J Warren Elementary School | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in IN.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in IN
Test Scores IN ILEARN (2024-25)
Based on 17 test records from IN state assessments. About our data
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
3040 RIDGE RD, Highland, IN 46322
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ernest R Elliott Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Munster), which scores notably higher. Another option is MORNING STAR ACADEMY (rated 8.2/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Hammond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Griffith), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Highland, see our Highland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Highland | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| Highland High School Highland | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Highland Middle School Highland | 0.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Judith Morton Johnston Elementary Highland | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Mildred Merkley Elementary School Highland | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Southridge Elementary School Highland | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| BIBLE BAPTIST SCHOOL Highland | 0.7 mi | — |
| Allen J Warren Elementary School Highland | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Joseph Hess Elementary School Hammond | 1.7 mi | 3.1 |
| Beiriger Elementary School Griffith | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Griffth Jr/Sr High School Griffith | 1.7 mi | 5.6 |
| MORNING STAR ACADEMY Hammond | 1.9 mi | 8.2 |
| CALUMET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Griffith | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| 2450 CHILDCARE INC DBA HAPPY DAYS CHILDCARE Highland | 2.1 mi | — |
| Charles N Scott Middle School Hammond | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Morton Elementary School Hammond | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Excel Center - Hammond Hammond | 2.4 mi | 2.4 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Griffith | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Ernest R Elliott Elementary School Munster | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Morton Senior High School Hammond | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 46322 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,219
Median Home Value
$219,500
Median Rent
$1,202/mo
Population
23,749
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
77.2%
Avg Commute
25.8 min
Poverty Rate
9.7%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bainbridge Elementary School Bainbridge, IN | 6.8 |
| Concord Ox Bow Elementary School Elkhart, IN | 6.8 |
| Fayette Elementary School West Terre Haute, IN | 6.8 |
| Franklin Square Elementary School Jeffersonville, IN | 6.8 |
| Glenwood Leadership Academy Evansville, IN | 6.8 |
| Heritage Elementary School Monroeville, IN | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Christian School
What grades does Highland Christian School serve?
Highland Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Highland Christian School?
Highland Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 403 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Christian School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Christian School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Highland Christian School rank in IN?
Highland Christian School ranks #231 of 478 private schools in IN.
What is Highland Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Highland Christian School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Christian School has 63% math proficiency (2025 ILEARN) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (2025 ILEARN).
Is Highland Christian School a private school?
Yes, Highland Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Calvinist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Highland Christian School a religious school?
Highland Christian School has a Calvinist religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 403
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Calvinist
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (219) 838-0356
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