Serving 597 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Dean Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 597 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Dean Highland Elementary School's student population of 597 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
597 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Dean Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dean Highland Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7472 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
24%
13%
White
8%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Dean Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Dean Highland Elementary School is ranked #7472 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Dean Highland Elementary School often compared to?
Dean Highland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Air Montessori School, West Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dean Highland Elementary School?
597 students attend Dean Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Dean Highland Elementary School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dean Highland Elementary School?
Dean Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dean Highland Elementary School offer ?
Dean Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Dean Highland Elementary School part of?
Dean Highland Elementary School is part of Waco Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Dean Highland Elementary School located?
Dean Highland Elementary School is located in the Heart of Texas neighborhood of Waco, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Heart of Texas.
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