HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highland Elementary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Highland CUSD 5 school district, located in Highland, IL with about 515 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Highland 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.

Highland Elementary School, located at 400 Broadway in Highland, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Highland Community Unit School District No. 5. As a primary school, it focuses on the developmental and academic needs of younger students, typically covering early elementary grade levels. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes core curriculum standards while encouraging social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare students for their transition to the middle school level within the district.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school plays an active role in the Highland community. By maintaining a location central to the town, it serves as a hub for local families, often facilitating strong parent-teacher partnerships and community engagement programs. Highland Elementary is dedicated to providing a balanced educational experience, blending traditional classroom instruction with modern pedagogical approaches to meet the diverse needs of its student population in a small-town, suburban setting.

For more information, contact Highland Elementary School at (618) 654-2108 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.