HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Highland Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Alamance-Burlington Schools school district, located in Burlington, NC with about 715 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 46 teachers, Highland Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 3720 Bonnar Bridge Parkway in Burlington, North Carolina, is a public elementary school serving the Alamance-Burlington School System (ABSS). The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and engaging educational environment for its students, focusing on foundational academic development, character building, and community involvement. It serves a diverse student population, striving to meet the individual learning needs of children in the Burlington area through a structured curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies.

Beyond its classroom instruction, Highland Elementary places a strong emphasis on creating a welcoming school culture that encourages parent and guardian participation. By integrating modern educational practices with a community-focused approach, the school aims to prepare its students for successful transitions into middle school and beyond. For families looking for the most current information on school calendars, academic programs, extracurricular activities, or district policies, the official school website (http://hle.abss.k12.nc.us) serves as the primary resource for news and engagement.

For more information, contact Highland Elementary at (336) 538-8700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.