LAKE HIGHLANDS EL

LAKE HIGHLANDS EL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the RICHARDSON ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 756 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 50 teachers, LAKE HIGHLANDS EL 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.

LAKE HIGHLANDS ELementary, located on Ferndale Road in Dallas, is a key component of the Richardson Independent School District (RISD). Serving the vibrant Lake Highlands community, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic foundational skills and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for its diverse student body. As a neighborhood anchor, the school typically focuses on holistic child development, blending rigorous state-aligned curriculum with extracurricular opportunities that encourage student engagement both inside and outside the classroom.

The school is well-regarded for its active parental involvement and close ties to the surrounding Dallas community, which contribute to a collaborative atmosphere for learning. By prioritizing effective communication and a partnership between teachers, staff, and families, LAKE HIGHLANDS ELementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. For those looking for specific updates on school performance, enrollment procedures, or campus programs, the school maintains an official presence through the Richardson ISD portal, ensuring that parents have access to the latest educational resources and campus announcements.

For more information, contact LAKE HIGHLANDS EL at (469) 593-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9501 FERNDALE RD
DALLAS, TX 75238-4107
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LAKE HIGHLANDS EL is a public Title I school in DALLAS, TX with about 756 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
RICHARDSON ISD
Total Students:
756
Teachers:
50.36
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
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th 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 756 students

White
57.3%
Hispanic/Latino
31.2%
Black or African American
7.0%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
46.4%
Male
53.6%

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.