HIGHTOWER EL

HIGHTOWER EL is a public elementary school that is part of the PLANO ISD school district, located in PLANO, TX with about 566 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 40 teachers, HIGHTOWER EL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

HIGHTOWER ELementary School is a public school located in Plano, Texas, operating under the Plano Independent School District (PISD). Serving students in the local community, the school is known for being part of a highly regarded district that emphasizes academic excellence, a robust curriculum, and comprehensive student support services. Like other schools within PISD, Hightower focuses on providing a well-rounded education that incorporates core academic subjects with opportunities for personal growth and social-emotional development.

The school is situated in a well-established neighborhood in West Plano, benefiting from the resources and organizational standards of the Plano Independent School District. As a member of the PISD community, HIGHTOWER ELementary generally benefits from strong parental involvement, experienced faculty, and a focus on preparing students for success in middle school and beyond. For the most current information regarding specific programs, enrollment, or school performance data, families are encouraged to visit the official PISD website provided or contact the school administration directly.

For more information, contact HIGHTOWER EL at (469) 752-1800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2601 DECATUR DR
PLANO, TX 75093-3523
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HIGHTOWER EL is a public school in PLANO, TX with about 566 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PLANO ISD
Total Students:
566
Teachers:
40
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 566 students

White
48.4%
Asian
24.6%
Hispanic/Latino
14.3%
Black or African American
7.2%
Two or more races
5.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
45.4%
Male
54.6%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.