Very Good
#419 of 1,992 schools in MN
Top 21% in state
Highlands Elementary
Elementary School · EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
5505 DONCASTER WAY, Edina, MN 55436
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Minnesota schools
#419 of 1,992
In Edina
#6 of 13
public schools
In district
#6 of 11
EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Highlands Elementary
Elementary School in Edina · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands Elementary
Highlands Elementary is a public elementary school in Edina, MN, part of EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT. Highlands Elementary serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #419 of 1,992 schools in MN.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Elementary show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- District avg 7.9
- MN avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Highlands Elementary — Students at Highlands Elementary score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
14.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MN EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from MN 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: 6.5/10.
How Highlands Elementary Compares
See how Highlands Elementary 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
5505 DONCASTER WAY, Edina, MN 55436
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. NORMANDALE ELEMENTARY (rated 8.3/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CONCORD ELEMENTARY (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM (rated 8.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Saint Louis Park), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edina, see our Edina schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COUNTRYSIDE ELEMENTARY Edina | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL Edina | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD SPECIAL ED Edina | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| SPECIAL ED-NON PUBLIC Edina | 0.9 mi | — |
| Edina Secondary Virtual Pathway Edina | 0.9 mi | — |
| NORMANDALE ELEMENTARY Edina | 0.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUTH VIEW MIDDLE Edina | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| CONCORD ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| EDINA SENIOR HIGH Edina | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| OPTIONS AT EDINA HIGH SCHOOL Edina | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| CREEK VALLEY ELEMENTARY Edina | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| VALLEY VIEW MIDDLE Edina | 1.8 mi | 7.3 |
| THE BLAKE SCHOOL Hopkins | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SUSAN LINDGREN ELEMENTARY Saint Louis Park | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SPECIAL ED. PROGRAM Saint Louis Park | 2.4 mi | 8.1 |
| HARLEY HOPKINS FAMILY CENTER Hopkins | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| METROPOLITAN OPEN SCHOOL Saint Louis Park | 2.4 mi | — |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY Edina | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Agamim Classical Academy Edina | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| ST. LOUIS PARK SENIOR HIGH Saint Louis Park | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 55436 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,487
Median Home Value
$595,500
Median Rent
$1,855/mo
Population
14,573
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
75.1%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
47
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Elementary
What grades does Highlands Elementary serve?
Highlands Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands Elementary?
Highlands Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Elementary rank in MN?
Highlands Elementary ranks #419 of 1,992 schools in MN.
What is Highlands Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Elementary has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 83% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highlands Elementary a charter school?
No, Highlands Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Elementary a Title I school?
No, Highlands Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Elementary?
14.4% of students at Highlands Elementary 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 14.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Hennepin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.4%
- Phone
- (952) 848-4500
Resources & Links
District
EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 8,609
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,953
- District Rank
- #6 of 11
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