HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1230 HIGHLANDS BLVD
PALM HARBOR, FL 34684

www.highland-es.pinellas.k12.fl.us

529 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Highland Lakes Elementary School, located in Palm Harbor, Florida, is a public school serving students in the Pinellas County School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal development of its student body. The school is known for its commitment to building a strong community partnership between educators, families, and local stakeholders to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future educational endeavors.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards set by the state of Florida, incorporating a blend of core academic instruction and enrichment activities. Highland Lakes utilizes a variety of teaching methods and technological resources to engage students across different learning styles. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school aims to cultivate a sense of curiosity, responsibility, and civic engagement in every student, helping them grow within a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere.

529

Total Students

38.0

Full-Time Teachers

13.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

33.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	367
Hispanic	87
Black	24
Asian	15
Two or More	34
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
367 (69.4 %)
Hispanic
87 (16.4 %)
Two or More
34 (6.4 %)
Black
24 (4.5 %)
Asian
15 (2.8 %)
American Indian
1 (0.2 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	PINELLAS
Phone:	(727)724-1429
Website:	http://www.highland-es.pinellas.k12.fl.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	529
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	151
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 30

Kindergarten 62

Grade 1 89

Grade 2 79

Grade 3 97

Grade 4 67

Grade 5 105

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	30
Kindergarten	62
Grade 1	89
Grade 2	79
Grade 3	97
Grade 4	67
Grade 5	105

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	262	49.5%
Male	267	50.5%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)