Serving 899 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highland School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland School's student population of 899 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#42 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
71%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland School's ranking?
Highland School is ranked #42 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Highland School often compared to?
Highland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Doolittle School, Chapman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Highland School?
899 students attend Highland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Highland School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland School?
Highland School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highland School offer ?
Highland School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland School part of?
Highland School is part of Cheshire School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland School located?
Highland School is located in the Cheshire Village neighborhood of Cheshire, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Cheshire Village.
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