Highlands Elementary School promotes an inclusive environment for students, designed for their success. The school is part of the Duval County Public School system and has served the Highlands community since 1958. It offers education from prekindergarten through fifth grade and enrolls over 400 students.
In addition to core academic programs emphasizing the importance of math and reading, Highlands Elementary offers speech, language, occupational therapy, inclusion and full-time guidance programs. The school offers tutoring for students who need extra assistance and promotes a Summer Boost program each July.
At the “Eagles’ Nest,” as the school is known to students, creative extracurricular activities, including art, music and media, are available for student participation. Physical education is an essential part of the curriculum, and children remain active with field sports and playground time. Highlands Elementary encourages parents to become involved through its Parental Involvement Plan, which asks families to read with their children, ensure on-time arrival at school and help their children follow the student dress code. Highlands Elementary celebrates its students and faculty throughout the year with special recognition, holiday parties, fun events and a Spring Carnival.
Highlands Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-5
1000 Depaul Dr,
Jacksonville, FL
Duval County Public Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Jeffery Collins
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
32%
Niche Grade
C
C-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
32%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
30
Full Time Teachers
30
Teachers in First or Second Year
44.8%
GreatSchools Rating
1
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
39%
State Average
22%
Science
51%
State Average
26%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
417:1
Student Diversity
Male
55.6%
Female
44.4%
Black
70.9%
Hispanic
9.5%
White
8.8%
Two or more races
8.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
8/25/2024
The administration is very supportive of the teachers and the school staff encourages parent engagement which will, in turn, lead to increased student learning.
8/25/2024
My daughter is in her 3rd year at Highaldns and it's been a phenomenal experience. The teacher are motivated and caring.
8/25/2024
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8/15/2020
My experience at Highlands was positive. I received the support and guidance needed for success.
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About Highlands
List Price Range
$65K - $1.4M
Homes For Sale
15
Average Home Value
$224,636
Median Lot Size
9,147 Sq Ft
% Renters
58%
Household Income
$57,214
% of College Grads
14.4%
Median Age
35
Average House Size
1,417 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
65.1%
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$939 - $1,534 per month
- Island Pointe
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 678+ Sq Ft
- 1000 Island Point Dr
- Jacksonville, FL
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Additional Schools in the Area
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- Pre-K to 12th
- Private
- 9th to 12th
- Charter
- K to 12th
- Private
Parks in this Area
Garden City Elementary Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Ray Greene Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Bert Maxwell Boat Ramp
- Boating
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Riverview Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Fishing
- Grills
Garden City Park
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