Very Good
#1219 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 26% in state
Highland Elementary School
Elementary School · EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
6745 ERIE RD, Derby, NY 14047
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
364
Student-Teacher
11:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,219 of 4,742
In district
#2 of 5
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Highland Elementary School
Highland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Derby, NY, part of EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE). Highland Elementary School serves approximately 364 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,219 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 6.0
- NY avg 5.9
Score Breakdown
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Highland Elementary School — Students at Highland Elementary School score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 34 test records from NY 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: 7.2/10.
How Highland Elementary School Compares
See how Highland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6745 ERIE RD, Derby, NY 14047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Eden), with a very similar rating. Another option is EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Eden), a more accessible option. Additionally, CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Hamburg), a more accessible option. For more schools in Derby, see our Derby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PINEHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lake View | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| SOUTHTOWNS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Lake View | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| FRONTIER MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Angola | 5.0 mi | 7.8 |
| JOHN T WAUGH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| ERIE 2-CHAUTAUQUA-CATTARAUGUS BOCES Angola | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| CLOVERBANK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| WILLIAM G HOUSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Angola | 5.3 mi | 4.1 |
| EDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Eden | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| G L PRIESS PRIMARY SCHOOL Eden | 5.3 mi | 7.3 |
| EDEN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Eden | 5.7 mi | 6.5 |
| NORTH COLLINS JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL North Collins | 7.5 mi | 5.4 |
| NORTH COLLINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Collins | 7.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ST FRANCIS HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 7.2 mi | 5.9 |
| A J SCHMIDT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Angola | 7.9 mi | 5.8 |
| UNION PLEASANT AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hamburg | 7.1 mi | 3.6 |
| RANDOLPH ACADEMYHAMBURG CAMPUS Hamburg | 7.7 mi | 4.3 |
| HAMBURG HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 7.4 mi | 8.4 |
| HAMBURG MIDDLE SCHOOL Hamburg | 7.5 mi | 6.3 |
| FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg | 8.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,525
Median Home Value
$180,800
Median Rent
$964/mo
Population
6,072
College Educated
19.2%
Homeownership
80.7%
Avg Commute
28.7 min
Poverty Rate
14.9%
Median Age
50.9
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ANDREW MULLER PRIMARY SCHOOL Miller Place, NY | 7.5 |
| BEDFORD HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills, NY | 7.5 |
| COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.5 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson, NY | 7.5 |
| ELBRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elbridge, NY | 7.5 |
| FLOWER HILL SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elementary School
What grades does Highland Elementary School serve?
Highland Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 364 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School is 11:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Elementary School rank in NY?
Highland Elementary School ranks #1,219 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Highland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Highland Elementary School a charter school?
No, Highland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Highland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Elementary School?
40.9% of students at Highland 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 364
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 23.4%
- Phone
- (716) 926-2461
Resources & Links
District
EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)- District Enrollment
- 2,096
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,865
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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