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#2320 of 3,441 schools in OH
Highland Elementary School
Elementary School · Hamilton City
1125 Main St, Hamilton, OH 45013
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
688
Student-Teacher
17.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Ohio schools
#2,320 of 3,441
In Hamilton
#14 of 24
public schools
In district
#6 of 12
Hamilton City
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About Highland Elementary School
Highland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Hamilton, OH, part of Hamilton City. Highland Elementary School serves approximately 688 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,320 of 3,441 schools in OH.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Elementary School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Highland Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Highland Elementary School — Students at Highland Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from OH 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: 5.1/10.
How Highland Elementary School Compares
See how Highland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1125 Main St, Hamilton, OH 45013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brookwood Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST JOSEPH CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ridgeway Elementary School (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| IMMANUEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Hamilton | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 0.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Wilson Middle School Hamilton | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| MAIN STREET SCHOOLHOUSE- INC Hamilton | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| ST PETER IN CHAINS SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Brookwood Elementary School Hamilton | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Miami School Hamilton | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| STEPHEN T BADIN HIGH SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Ridgeway Elementary School Hamilton | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| ST JOSEPH CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL Hamilton | 2.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Riverview Elementary School Hamilton | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Bridgeport Elementary School Hamilton | 2.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Fairwood Elementary School Hamilton | 2.6 mi | 5.3 |
| Garfield Middle School Hamilton | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Richard Allen Academy Hamilton | 3.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Crawford Woods Elementary School Hamilton | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| New Miami Elementary School Hamilton | 3.1 mi | 6.1 |
| New Miami High School Hamilton | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| New Miami Middle School Hamilton | 3.1 mi | 5.5 |
| ST ANN CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hamilton | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 45013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,932
Median Home Value
$217,200
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
53,533
College Educated
22.8%
Homeownership
73.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Centerville Primary Village North Centerville, OH | 5.5 |
| Charles Huber Elementary School Huber Heights, OH | 5.5 |
| Eastern Heights Elementary School Elyria, OH | 5.5 |
| Forest Hill Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 5.5 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Cincinnati, OH | 5.5 |
| Joseph M Gallagher School Cleveland, OH | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Elementary School
What grades does Highland Elementary School serve?
Highland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 688 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary School is 17.2:1. 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 OH?
Highland Elementary School ranks #2,320 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Highland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 66% 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 688
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Butler County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.2%
- Phone
- (513) 868-5620
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton City- District Enrollment
- 9,054
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,968
- District Rank
- #6 of 12
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