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Highland Elementary

3100 Medway St, Silver Spring, MD 20902, United States
+1 (240) 740-1770
http://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/highlandes/
3.4
Overall Rating

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Highland Elementary Overview

About This School

Highland Elementary is a public elementary in Silver Spring, Maryland, serving 509 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 50% proficiency in ELA and 18% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,141. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at Highland Elementary is 51% male and 49% female. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 82% Hispanic, 6% White, 6% Asian, 5% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

509
Total Students
PK-5
12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
41 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts50%
Mathematics18%
Science0%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
PK-5
County
Montgomery County
Students per Counselor
509:1

Highland Elementary Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

50%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 44%State Avg: 44%
18%
Mathematics
City Avg: 26%State Avg: 26%
N/A
Science

Class Information

12:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 12.3:1
State Avg: 13.5:1
509
Students per Counselor

Highland Elementary Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
41

Average Teacher Salary

$77,141
City Avg: $77,141
State Avg: $84,033

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Students per Counselor509:1

Highland Elementary Student Demographics

Student Body

51.47%
Male
48.53%
Female
Total Enrollment: 509 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White5.89%
Hispanic81.93%
Asian5.5%
Black5.3%
Two or More Races1.38%
Native American0%

Highland Elementary Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Highland Elementary

Q: What is Highland Elementary?

A: Highland Elementary is a elementary public located in Silver Spring.

Q: How many students attend Highland Elementary?

A: Highland Elementary has approximately 509 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Highland Elementary

Highland Elementary is a public elementary in Silver Spring, Maryland, serving 509 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate 50% proficiency in ELA and 18% proficiency in math. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 41 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $77,141. One counselor is available to support the student body. The student population at Highland Elementary is 51% male and 49% female. Regarding ethnicity, the school is 82% Hispanic, 6% White, 6% Asian, 5% Black, and 1% Two or More Races.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Highland Elementary - Silver Spring, MD

Quick Facts about Highland Elementary
School NameHighland Elementary
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsPK-5
Location3100 Medway St, Silver Spring, MD 20902, Silver Spring, MD
CountyMontgomery County
Phone+1 (240) 740-1770
Total Students509
Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Full-Time Teachers41
Rating3.4/10
ELA Proficiency50%
Math Proficiency18%
Science Proficiency%

Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Elementary

What is Highland Elementary?

Highland Elementary is a elementary public located in Silver Spring.

How many students attend Highland Elementary?

Highland Elementary has approximately 509 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 12:1.

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