publicmiddlePK-6

Highlands Elem

6200 Roe Ave, Mission, KS 66205, United States

+1 (913) 993-3300

http://www.smsd.org/schools/highlands/

6.2

Overall Rating

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Highlands Elem Overview

About This School

Highlands Elem is a public middle in Mission, Kansas, serving 345 students in grades PK-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 67% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 26 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $71,898. The student body is composed of 55% male and 45% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 77% White, 10% Hispanic, 8% Two or More Races, 3% Asian, and 1% Black.

345

Total Students

PK-6

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

26 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts67%

Mathematics57%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-6

County

Johnson County

Students per Counselor

N/A:1

Highlands Elem Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

67%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 55%State Avg: 34%

57%

Mathematics

City Avg: 45%State Avg: 31%

N/A

Science

Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13:1

State Avg: 13:1

Students per Counselor

Highlands Elem Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$71,898

City Avg: $71,898

State Avg: $62,072

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor:1

Highlands Elem Student Demographics

Student Body

55.07%

Male

44.93%

Female

Total Enrollment: 345 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White77.39%

Hispanic9.57%

Asian2.61%

Black0.87%

Two or More Races8.12%

Native American0.29%

Highlands Elem Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Highlands Elem

Q: What is Highlands Elem?

A: Highlands Elem is a middle public located in Mission.

Q: How many students attend Highlands Elem?

A: Highlands Elem has approximately 345 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Highlands Elem

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Highlands Elem - Mission, KS

Quick Facts about Highlands Elem
School Name	Highlands Elem
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-6
Location	6200 Roe Ave, Mission, KS 66205, Mission, KS
County	Johnson County
Phone	+1 (913) 993-3300
Total Students	345
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	26
Rating	6.2/10
ELA Proficiency	67%
Math Proficiency	57%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands Elem

What is Highlands Elem?

Highlands Elem is a middle public located in Mission.

How many students attend Highlands Elem?

Highlands Elem has approximately 345 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem?

The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Elem is 12:1.

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