Below Average
#7571 of 8,552 schools in TX
Highland Lakes EL
Elementary School · MARBLE FALLS ISD
8200 W FM 1431, Granite Shoals, TX 78654
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
564
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,571 of 8,552
In district
#7 of 7
MARBLE FALLS ISD
School environment
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Lakes EL
Elementary School in Granite Shoals · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highland Lakes EL
Highland Lakes EL is a public elementary school in Granite Shoals, TX, part of MARBLE FALLS ISD. Highland Lakes EL serves approximately 564 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Lakes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #7,571 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Lakes EL show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- TX avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Highland Lakes EL 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 Lakes EL — Students at Highland Lakes EL score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from TX 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: 1.8/10.
How Highland Lakes EL Compares
See how Highland Lakes EL 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
8200 W FM 1431, Granite Shoals, TX 78654
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Lakes EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SPICEWOOD EL (rated 8.7/10, 16.0 miles away, in nearby Spicewood), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLT EL (rated 5.8/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Marble Falls), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS (rated 5.7/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Marble Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Granite Shoals, see our Granite Shoals schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PACKSADDLE EL Kingsland | 5.3 mi | 4.6 |
| MARBLE FALLS EL Marble Falls | 5.4 mi | 4.9 |
| KINGSLAND SCHOOL Kingsland | 5.9 mi | 5.8 |
| MARBLE FALLS MIDDLE Marble Falls | 5.8 mi | 5.7 |
| FALLS CAREER H S Marble Falls | 5.8 mi | 5.9 |
| TIERRA VISTA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Marble Falls | 6.1 mi | — |
| FIRST BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls | 6.6 mi | 5.7 |
| MARBLE FALLS H S Marble Falls | 7.3 mi | 6.6 |
| COLT EL Marble Falls | 7.7 mi | 5.8 |
| FAITH ACADEMY OF MARBLE FALLS Marble Falls | 8.7 mi | 5.7 |
| QUEST H S Burnet | 13.8 mi | 6.9 |
| BURNET MIDDLE Burnet | 14.2 mi | 4.9 |
| RJ RICHEY EL Burnet | 14.1 mi | 4.4 |
| SHADY GROVE EL Burnet | 14.4 mi | 5.7 |
| BURNET H S Burnet | 14.5 mi | 5.9 |
| SPICEWOOD EL Spicewood | 16.0 mi | 8.7 |
| HOPE SCHOOL Johnson City | 22.3 mi | — |
| LYNDON B JOHNSON H S Johnson City | 22.6 mi | 7.9 |
| LLANO J H Llano | 20.0 mi | 7.3 |
| LLANO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Llano | 20.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$72,669
Median Home Value
$315,200
Median Rent
$1,404/mo
Population
19,946
College Educated
33.2%
Homeownership
67.4%
Avg Commute
24.7 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Lakes EL
What grades does Highland Lakes EL serve?
Highland Lakes EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Lakes EL?
Highland Lakes EL has an enrollment of approximately 564 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Lakes EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Lakes EL is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Lakes EL rank in TX?
Highland Lakes EL ranks #7,571 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highland Lakes EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Lakes EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Lakes EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Lakes EL has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Lakes EL a charter school?
No, Highland Lakes EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Lakes EL a Title I school?
No, Highland Lakes EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Lakes EL?
89.7% of students at Highland Lakes EL 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 564
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 41
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Burnet County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.5%
- Phone
- (830) 798-3650
Resources & Links
District
MARBLE FALLS ISD- District Enrollment
- 4,048
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,942
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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