Below Average
#7222 of 8,552 schools in TX
Highlands EL
Elementary School · GOOSE CREEK CISD
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
895
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,222 of 8,552
In Baytown
#27 of 30
public schools
In district
#27 of 30
GOOSE CREEK CISD
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Highlands EL
Elementary School in Baytown · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Highlands EL
Highlands EL is a public elementary school in Baytown, TX, part of GOOSE CREEK CISD. Highlands EL serves approximately 895 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands EL show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 5.3
- TX avg 6.2
Score Breakdown
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Highlands EL — Students at Highlands EL score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.8%
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: 3.4/10.
How Highlands EL Compares
See how Highlands 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
P O BOX 30, Baytown, TX 77522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands EL may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. VICTORIA WALKER EL (rated 6.8/10, 4.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BARRETT EL (rated 6.6/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Crosby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, JESSIE LEE PUMPHREY EL (rated 6.6/10, 4.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Baytown, see our Baytown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOPPER PRI Baytown | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| HIGHLANDS J H Baytown | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| POINT ALTERNATIVE CENTER Baytown | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| CHINQUAPIN PREPARATORY SCHOOL Highlands | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| BAYTOWN J H Baytown | 3.2 mi | 6.0 |
| DREW EL Crosby | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| HARLEM EL Baytown | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| TRAVIS EL Baytown | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| BARRETT EL Crosby | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| CRENSHAW EL Channelview | 3.7 mi | 4.4 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL Baytown | 4.1 mi | — |
| JESSIE LEE PUMPHREY EL Baytown | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BANUELOS EL Baytown | 4.1 mi | 5.2 |
| VICTORIA WALKER EL Baytown | 4.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CHANNELVIEW H S Channelview | 4.4 mi | 4.8 |
| MCGHEE EL Channelview | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| ENDEAVOR HS-JOE FRANK CAMPBELL LEARNING CENTER Channelview | 4.7 mi | 4.2 |
| CROSBY H S Crosby | 5.3 mi | 6.0 |
| CROSBY CROSSROADS ACADEMY Crosby | 5.3 mi | — |
| EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER Channelview | 4.7 mi | 3.3 |
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| CARNAHAN EL San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
| CENTRAL EL Pollok, TX | 4.3 |
| CHET BURCHETT EL Spring, TX | 4.3 |
| CHISHOLM RIDGE Fort Worth, TX | 4.3 |
| CLARA LOVE EL Justin, TX | 4.3 |
| COLONIAL HILLS EL San Antonio, TX | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands EL
What grades does Highlands EL serve?
Highlands EL serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend Highlands EL?
Highlands EL has an enrollment of approximately 895 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands EL?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands EL is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands EL rank in TX?
Highlands EL ranks #7,222 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Highlands EL's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Highlands EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands EL has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 59% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands EL a charter school?
No, Highlands EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands EL a Title I school?
No, Highlands EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands EL?
81.8% of students at Highlands 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
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 895
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (281) 420-4900
Resources & Links
District
GOOSE CREEK CISD- District Enrollment
- 24,108
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,521
- District Rank
- #27 of 30
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