HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highlands Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Huntsville City school district, located in Huntsville, AL with about 462 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 28 teachers, Highlands Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Highlands Elementary School, located at 2500 Barney Ave in Huntsville, Alabama, is a public educational institution serving the local community as part of the Huntsville City Schools district. The school is committed to providing a foundational academic experience for its students, focusing on core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive learning environment. By leveraging the resources and administrative oversight of the Huntsville City Schools system, Highlands aims to prepare its students for future academic success through structured instruction and community engagement.

As a neighborhood school, Highlands Elementary emphasizes the importance of early childhood development and essential skill-building in a nurturing setting. The school’s affiliation with the Huntsville City Schools district ensures that students have access to district-wide educational initiatives, technology integration, and professional staff dedicated to meeting diverse learning needs. Families looking for more detailed information regarding school-specific programs, extracurricular opportunities, and enrollment procedures can visit the official district website at [www.huntsvillecityschools.org](http://www.huntsvillecityschools.org).

For more information, contact Highlands Elementary School at (256) 428-7200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.