Excellent
#700 of 8,552 schools in TX
Top 8% in state
Highland Park EL
Elementary School · PFLUGERVILLE ISD
528 KINGSTON LACY, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
668
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#700 of 8,552
In Pflugerville
#3 of 27
public schools
In district
#3 of 32
PFLUGERVILLE ISD
Academic growth
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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Highland Park EL
Elementary School in Pflugerville · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highland Park EL
Highland Park EL is a public elementary school in Pflugerville, TX, part of PFLUGERVILLE ISD. Highland Park EL serves approximately 668 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #700 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highland Park EL show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 6.4
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Highland Park EL — Students at Highland Park EL score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.2%
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: 8.8/10.
How Highland Park EL Compares
See how Highland Park 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
528 KINGSTON LACY, Pflugerville, TX 78660
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland Park EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. MURCHISON EL (rated 8.4/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is BLACKLAND PRAIRIE EL (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Round Rock), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AUSTIN ACHIEVE PFLUGERVILLE (rated 8.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pflugerville, see our Pflugerville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PARK CREST MIDDLE Pflugerville | 1.5 mi | 6.4 |
| BLACKLAND PRAIRIE EL Round Rock | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| RIDGEVIEW MIDDLE Round Rock | 1.6 mi | 8.2 |
| BROOKHOLLOW EL Pflugerville | 1.8 mi | 6.4 |
| DEARING EL Round Rock | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| GREAT MINDS LEARNING COMMUNITY Pflugerville | 1.9 mi | — |
| HENDRICKSON H S Pflugerville | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| AUSTIN ACHIEVE PFLUGERVILLE Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MURCHISON EL Pflugerville | 1.8 mi | 8.4 |
| FOREST CREEK EL Round Rock | 2.1 mi | 7.9 |
| CEDAR RIDGE H S Round Rock | 1.9 mi | 6.1 |
| WINDERMERE EL Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 7.3 |
| KELLY LANE MIDDLE Pflugerville | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| TIMMERMAN EL Pflugerville | 2.2 mi | 3.0 |
| GATTIS EL Round Rock | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| PREMIER H S OF PFLUGERVILLE Lewisville | 2.4 mi | 4.3 |
| MARIMONT MONTESSORI SCHOOL INC Pflugerville | 2.5 mi | — |
| PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF PFLUGERVILLE AT FALCON POINTE Pflugerville | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| PFLUGERVILLE H S Pflugerville | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| CALDWELL EL Round Rock | 2.5 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 78660 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$109,522
Median Home Value
$369,300
Median Rent
$1,769/mo
Population
118,437
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
69.9%
Avg Commute
28.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.7%
Median Age
35.6
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| ASCHER SILBERSTEIN EL Dallas, TX | 8.6 |
| ASHFORD EL Houston, TX | 8.6 |
| BEL NAFEGAR SANCHEZ EL Alvin, TX | 8.6 |
| BEVERLY CHEATHAM EL Allen, TX | 8.6 |
| BIRDWELL SCHOOL Tyler, TX | 8.6 |
| BLATTMAN EL San Antonio, TX | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland Park EL
What grades does Highland Park EL serve?
Highland Park EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Highland Park EL?
Highland Park EL has an enrollment of approximately 668 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Park EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland Park EL is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland Park EL rank in TX?
Highland Park EL ranks #700 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highland Park EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland Park EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Park EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland Park EL has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highland Park EL a charter school?
No, Highland Park EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland Park EL a Title I school?
No, Highland Park EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland Park EL?
42.2% of students at Highland Park 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 668
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Travis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (512) 594-6800
Resources & Links
District
PFLUGERVILLE ISD- District Enrollment
- 25,297
- Schools in District
- 35
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,528
- District Rank
- #3 of 32
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