Highland Avenue Elementary School in Montgomery, Alabama, ranked #1225 in the state in 2023, showing a decline from a peak rank of #196 in 2012 and falling within the bottom 50% of Alabama public schools in recent years.
Math proficiency was 5% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency ranged from 10–14%, also lower than the state average of about 47%, and science proficiency ranged from 6–9%, below the state's approximately 38%.
Enrollment increased slightly to 461 students in 2024 with minority enrollment at 98%, predominantly Black (295) and Hispanic (149) students; a high proportion (around 90%) qualified for free lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges.
The school serves grades Pre–K through 5 with a student–teacher ratio of 19:1, supported by 24 teachers, reflecting stable staffing levels compared to previous years.
Despite a strong free lunch eligibility rating, Highland Avenue's overall academic performance has declined over the past decade, with test proficiency metrics consistently below state averages for Union County NJ high schools and other regional peers.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Avenue Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Avenue Elementary School's student population of 453 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
453 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Avenue Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Avenue Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1225 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
Hispanic
37%
12%
Black
60%
31%
White
1%
50%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
22.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Avenue Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Avenue Elementary School is ranked #1225 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Highland Avenue Elementary School?
453 students attend Highland Avenue Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Highland Avenue Elementary School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Avenue Elementary School?
Highland Avenue Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Avenue Elementary School offer ?
Highland Avenue Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Avenue Elementary School part of?
Highland Avenue Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Avenue Elementary School located?
Highland Avenue Elementary School is located in the Highland Park neighborhood of Montgomery, AL.
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