Highland Primary School serves 581 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 581 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview <Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Highland Primary School's student population of 581 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Total Students
581 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Ignite bright futures to build a better community.
The diversity score of Highland Primary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
91%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What schools are Highland Primary School often compared to?
Highland Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Side Primary Center, N O Nelson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Highland Primary School?
581 students attend Highland Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highland Primary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Primary School?
Highland Primary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Primary School offer ?
Highland Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2
What school district is Highland Primary School part of?
Highland Primary School is part of Highland Community Unit School District 5.
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