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Highview Elementary School

Elementary School · Crestwood School District

25225 RICHARDSON ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Enrollment

382

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,804 of 3,192

In Dearborn Heights

#8 of 20

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Crestwood School District

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Highview Elementary School

6.0/10

Elementary School in Dearborn Heights · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Highview Elementary School

Highview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Dearborn Heights, MI, part of Crestwood School District. Highview Elementary School serves approximately 382 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Highview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,804 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Highview Elementary School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MI avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.6 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+14.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile62th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,344
Chronic Absenteeism18.8%

Highview Elementary School — Students at Highview Elementary School score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

90.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
39.5% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 47.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
42.8% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 32 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
37%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
22%
2022
Math
31.9%
ELA
34.4%

* 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 Highview Elementary School Compares

See how Highview Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
44th percentile in MI
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
90%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

Location

25225 RICHARDSON ST, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Highview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haigh Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Another option is Howard Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Dearborn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dearborn Heights, see our Dearborn Heights schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST LINUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 0.3 mi 6.6
Star International Academy Dearborn Heights 0.5 mi 5.6
Riverside Middle School Dearborn Heights 0.5 mi 6.2
Crestwood Accelerated Program Dearborn Heights 0.7 mi
Hillcrest Elementary School Dearborn Heights 0.7 mi 5.0
DIVINE CHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn 1.2 mi 5.7
Crestwood High School Dearborn Heights 1.1 mi 7.4
DIVINE CHILD HIGH SCHOOL Dearborn 1.3 mi 6.6
WISE ACADEMY Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 7.8
Kinloch Elementary School Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 6.4
Haigh Elementary School Dearborn 1.5 mi 8.4
Vandenberg Elementary School Redford 1.6 mi 4.6
ST ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dearborn Heights 1.2 mi 7.9
CAROLINE EDUCATION COMMUNITY INTERNATIONAL PSA Dearborn 1.2 mi 3.7
Global Heights Academy Dearborn Heights 1.5 mi 5.3
Howard Elementary School Dearborn 1.4 mi 8.4
Bryant Middle School Dearborn 1.6 mi 7.2
Dearborn STEM Middle School Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 9.3
Dearborn Magnet High School Dearborn Heights 1.3 mi 5.4
GUARDIAN LUTHERAN SCHOOL Dearborn 1.7 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$63,084

Median Home Value

$217,000

Median Rent

$1,231/mo

Population

39,943

College Educated

28.8%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

19.7%

Median Age

34.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Highview Elementary School

What grades does Highview Elementary School serve?

Highview Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Highview Elementary School?

Highview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 382 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highview Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Highview Elementary School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Highview Elementary School rank in MI?

Highview Elementary School ranks #1,804 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Highview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Highview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Highview Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Highview Elementary School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Highview Elementary School a charter school?

No, Highview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Highview Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Highview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highview Elementary School?

90.3% of students at Highview 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
382
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.8%

District

Crestwood School District
District Enrollment
3,692
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,344
District Rank
#4 of 5

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