Highland Elementary School

75 Tick Ridge Rd
Waynesburg, KY 40489
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5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 195 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 28% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 195 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Bottom 50% in KY
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Highland Elementary School's student population of 195 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
195 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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School Motto
Home of the Aviators, Soaring to Success

School Rankings

Highland Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Elementary School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (KY)
#661 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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35-39%
38%
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40-44%
45%
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11-19%
22%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
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Hispanic
6%
10%
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Black
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11%
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White
89%
72%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.20
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Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
56%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Highland Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Elementary School is ranked #661 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Highland Elementary School?
195 students attend Highland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Highland Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Elementary School?
Highland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Elementary School offer ?
Highland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Elementary School part of?
Highland Elementary School is part of Lincoln County School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 195 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 35-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education

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