Below Average
#1450 of 1,793 schools in MA
Highlands
Elementary School · Danvers
190 Hobart, Danvers, MA 01923
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
380
Student-Teacher
15.2:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,450 of 1,793
In Danvers
#7 of 7
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Danvers
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Highlands
Elementary School in Danvers · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands
Highlands is a public elementary school in Danvers, MA, part of Danvers. Highlands serves approximately 380 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,450 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Highlands — Students at Highlands score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA 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: 5.3/10.
How Highlands Compares
See how Highlands performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
190 Hobart, Danvers, MA 01923
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willis E Thorpe (rated 8.1/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Memorial (rated 7.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Peabody), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Riverside (rated 6.3/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Danvers, see our Danvers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARY OF THE ANNUNCIATION SCHOOL Danvers | 0.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Great Oak Danvers | 0.7 mi | 5.7 |
| Ivan G Smith Danvers | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Peabody Veterans Memorial High Peabody | 1.6 mi | 4.1 |
| PLUMFIELD ACADEMY INC Danvers | 1.4 mi | — |
| LITTLE HANDS CHILDRENS CENTER Danvers | 1.4 mi | — |
| Holten Richmond Middle School Danvers | 1.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Danvers High Danvers | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School Hathorne | 2.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Riverside Danvers | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Center Peabody | 2.5 mi | 3.8 |
| Willis E Thorpe Danvers | 2.1 mi | 8.1 |
| J Henry Higgins Middle Peabody | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Peabody | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Peabody | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| BISHOP FENWICK HIGH SCHOOL Peabody | 2.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Peabody Personalized Remote Education Program Peabody | 3.0 mi | 2.6 |
| John E. McCarthy Peabody | 2.8 mi | 4.4 |
| South Memorial Peabody | 3.4 mi | 7.4 |
| NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01923 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$117,072
Median Home Value
$611,200
Median Rent
$2,004/mo
Population
27,778
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
68.9%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| City View Worcester, MA | 4.6 |
| Daniel B Brunton Springfield, MA | 4.6 |
| Dighton Elementary Dighton, MA | 4.6 |
| East Meadow Granby, MA | 4.6 |
| Fairview Elementary Chicopee, MA | 4.6 |
| Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands
What grades does Highlands serve?
Highlands serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands?
Highlands has an enrollment of approximately 380 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands rank in MA?
Highlands ranks #1,450 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Highlands's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highlands a charter school?
No, Highlands is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands a Title I school?
No, Highlands is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 380
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.8%
- Phone
- (978) 774-5011
Resources & Links
District
Danvers- District Enrollment
- 3,251
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,084
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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