Highland Elementary School

Highland Elementary School serves 621 students in kindergarten through fifth grade in Highland, New York, offering a strong academic foundation with a favorable 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. The school ranks in the 80th percentile statewide, placing #974 out of 4,758 New York elementary schools, with a solid MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. Academically, Highland Elementary demonstrates particular strength in English Language Arts, where 66% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels.

Mathematics shows room for growth, with 46% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. The school's 61 full-time equivalent teachers provide focused attention in this well-resourced learning environment. Highland Elementary draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $84,754 and 41% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood maintains a low poverty rate of just 6%, with median home values around $306,200, reflecting the area's economic stability. Families choosing Highland Elementary benefit from the school's commitment to elementary education in Ulster County's large suburban setting. The school serves as an integral part of Highland's educational landscape, providing students with fundamental academic skills while maintaining manageable class sizes that support individualized attention and student development.