Highland Elementary School has an arts-focused approach paired with STEM education to provide students with a comprehensive educational experience.
In 2014, Highland teachers began the Lincoln Center Education Training to develop and implement arts integration lessons directly into English language arts, social studies, math and science standards. Teachers have also trained with the Kennedy Center for the Arts. Additionally, a resident teaching artist from Arizona State University is a dedicated resource on the Highland campus.
The arts integration permeates throughout the campus, with student artwork regularly on display. Highland students recently contributed to an oversized outdoor mural with artist Hugo Medina that sits as a colorful backdrop to the playground. Students also have the opportunity to learn how to create audio and video performances alongside many other arts and academic activities.
Inspired by its vision to turn young minds into artists who are inspired to be confident, capable citizens and problem solvers, Highland has a student population of about 700 students. The student-to-teacher ratio is 16-to-1, lower than other elementary schools in the Mesa Unified School District. US News and World Report ranks Highland number 370 in Arizona Elementary Schools out of 1,006 schools evaluated.
Highland Elementary School
Public Pre-K, Elementary School
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Grade Pre-K-6
3042 E Adobe St,
Mesa, AZ
Mesa Unified School District
School Details
Head of School
Susan Rollins
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Math Proficiency
46%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Niche Grade
B+
A-
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
46%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
42
Full Time Teachers
42
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.3%
GreatSchools Rating
5
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
Math
29%
State Average
44%
Science
51%
State Average
31%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
471:1
Student Diversity
Female
53%
Male
47%
White
59.5%
Hispanic
27.1%
Black
5.7%
Two or more races
5.3%
Native American
1.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
This School’s Reviews
GreatSchools Reviews
11/9/2017
A certain un-named math teacher constantly yells at students and discriminates against students of color. My husband and I met with the principal about our concerns and they were ignored. We are pulling our children asap.
1/10/2017
I have 4 children currently attending Highland Arts. We have had nothing but positive experiences in every facet of their education experience there. The teachers are all creative and caring. They reach out to my children in unexpected ways that make not only my kids feel loved and important, but al...
1/10/2017
We've had all five of our children attend Highland Arts Elementary School from Kindergarten through sixth grade, which has amounted to a 16-year partnership with our neighborhood school. I've been a regular volunteer there that many years as well. Highland is a great place to learn and make friends....
8/4/2014
Our daughter attended Highland for two years. I give this school, staff and especially the principle an A+!! Our experiences with the school have been nothing but positive. Her teachers are in tune and fair with their students and the staff always treated me with respect and willingness to answer an...
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Highland Elementary School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-6 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Mesa Unified School District in Arizona. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 720 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 46% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. Highland Elementary School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $628,724. Discover additional schools in the area, like Mountain View High School, Evit - Mountain View High School, Evit - Mesa High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Highland Elementary School.