Needs Improvement
#2198 of 2,221 schools in MO
Highland Elem.
Elementary School · LEWIS CO. C-1
25189 HERITAGE AVE, Lewistown, MO 63452
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
532
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
3.1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Missouri schools
#2,198 of 2,221
In Lewistown
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
LEWIS CO. C-1
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Highland Elem.
Elementary School in Lewistown · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highland Elem.
Highland Elem. is a public elementary school in Lewistown, MO, part of LEWIS CO. C-1. Highland Elem. serves approximately 532 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio.
Highland Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,198 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Highland Elem. show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.1 · Needs Improvement
- MO avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Highland Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Highland Elem. — Students at Highland Elem. score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)
Based on 37 test records from MO 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: 2.1/10.
How Highland Elem. Compares
See how Highland Elem. 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
25189 HERITAGE AVE, Lewistown, MO 63452
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. CANTON ELEM. (rated 9.2/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Canton), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMYRA ELEM. (rated 8.3/10, 19.3 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MARION CO. ELEM. (rated 6.4/10, 13.0 miles away, in nearby Philadelphia), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lewistown, see our Lewistown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HIGHLAND JR.-SR. HIGH Lewistown | 0.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MARION CO. ELEM. Philadelphia | 13.0 mi | 6.4 |
| MARION CO. HIGH Philadelphia | 13.0 mi | 6.3 |
| CEDAR FALLS SCHOOL Canton | 12.3 mi | — |
| CANTON ELEM. Canton | 13.0 mi | 9.2 |
| CANTON HIGH Canton | 13.0 mi | 6.1 |
| HEARTLAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Bethel | 15.2 mi | 8.7 |
| PALMYRA ELEM. Palmyra | 19.3 mi | 8.3 |
| PALMYRA MIDDLE Palmyra | 19.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kahoka | 21.8 mi | — |
| PALMYRA HIGH Palmyra | 20.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Colonel George Iles Elem Sch Quincy | 17.9 mi | 5.6 |
| TRANSITIONS SCHOOL Quincy | 18.4 mi | — |
| Early Childhood Quincy | 18.6 mi | 4.4 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL Quincy | 18.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Quincy Jr High School Quincy | 18.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JAMES LUTHERAN SCHOOL Quincy | 19.4 mi | 4.7 |
| RUNNING FOX ELEM. Alexandria | 24.2 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTH SHELBY HIGH Shelbyville | 21.0 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTH SHELBY ELEM. Shelbyville | 21.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 63452 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,250
Median Home Value
$88,200
Median Rent
$693/mo
Population
1,136
College Educated
15.1%
Homeownership
87.7%
Avg Commute
33.5 min
Poverty Rate
6.5%
Median Age
34.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| OWENSVILLE ELEM. Owensville, MO | 3.1 |
| ARMSTRONG ELEM. Hazelwood, MO | 3.0 |
| MAPLE GROVE ELEM. Dittmer, MO | 3.2 |
| NEW BLOOMFIELD ELEM. New Bloomfield, MO | 3.2 |
| SUNRISE ELEM. Richmond, MO | 3.0 |
| GATEWAY SCIENCE ACAD-SOUTH ELE St. Louis, MO | 3.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elem.
What grades does Highland Elem. serve?
Highland Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Highland Elem.?
Highland Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 532 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elem.?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elem. is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Elem. rank in MO?
Highland Elem. ranks #2,198 of 2,221 schools in MO.
What is Highland Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.1 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 Highland Elem.?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Elem. has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highland Elem. a charter school?
No, Highland Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Elem. a Title I school?
No, Highland Elem. is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Elem.?
50.6% of students at Highland Elem. 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 532
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lewis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (573) 209-3586
Resources & Links
District
LEWIS CO. C-1- District Enrollment
- 919
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,465
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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