HIGHLAND SCHOOL

Highland School is a public prekindergarten school that is part of the Chicago Heights SD 170 school district, located in Chicago Heights, IL with about 202 students. With about 3 teachers, Highland School has a student/teacher ratio of about 67:1. 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 School, located at 828 Willow Drive in Chicago Heights, Illinois, serves as a local elementary educational facility within the Bloom Township District 206/District 170 area. The school is situated in a residential neighborhood and functions as a foundational institution for primary-level students in the community. It focuses on providing core academic instruction and fostering a supportive learning environment tailored to the developmental needs of its young student body.

As part of the Chicago Heights educational system, Highland School emphasizes the importance of community involvement and basic academic growth. The facility typically provides a standard elementary curriculum, including literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies, while offering various support services to ensure students meet state learning standards. The school serves as a central hub for the local neighborhood, aiming to prepare students for their transition into middle school through structured classroom engagement and extracurricular activities.

For more information, contact Highland School at (708) 756-0008 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.