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Highland Elementary

Summary:

Highland Elementary is a public elementary school located in Lewistown, Missouri, serving grades PK-6 with a total enrollment of 525 students. The school is part of the Lewis County C-1 school district, which is ranked 268 out of 376 districts in Missouri and has a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Highland Elementary has a significantly higher percentage of white students (94.1%) compared to the state average and nearby schools like Palmyra Elementary and Canton Elementary. However, the school's academic performance, as measured by MAP test scores, is generally below the state and district averages, with proficiency rates in Mathematics and English Language Arts consistently lower than the state. Additionally, Highland Elementary has a relatively high percentage of students from low-socioeconomic backgrounds, with 49.33% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, which is significantly higher than the nearby schools.

The steady decline in Highland Elementary's statewide ranking, from a high of 4 stars out of 5 in 2015-2016 to the current 2 stars out of 5, is a concerning trend that warrants further investigation. This decline may be indicative of broader challenges within the school or the Lewis County C-1 school district that need to be addressed, such as targeted interventions, additional resource allocation, and exploration of best practices from higher-performing schools in the region.


Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

 25189 Heritage Ave
       Lewistown, MO  63452-2351

(573) 209-3586

District: Lewis County C-1

SchoolDigger Rank:
564th of 898 Missouri Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $10,341 Help


Students who attend Highland Elementary usually attend:

High:    Highland Junior-Senior High

Student/teacher ratio:  13.4 Help
Number of students:  525

Racial breakdown:

White:
94.1%
Two or more races:
2.5%
Hispanic:
2.1%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  49.3% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Highland Elementary ranks worse than 62.8% of elementary schools in Missouri. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 40.71. (See more...)
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Chronic absenteeism in a school refers to a situation where students repeatedly miss school, with the threshold often defined as missing 10% or more of school days for any reason, excused or unexcused.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (94.1%), two or more races (2.5%), Hispanic (2.1%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 49.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Highland Elementary is 13.4. (See more...)
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Highland Elementary is $10,341.
Schooldigger 2023 Rankings:

Highland Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Highland Elementary 564th of 898 Missouri public elementary schools. (See Highland Elementary in the ranking list.)

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Lewis County C-1:

SchoolDigger ranks Lewis County C-1 268th of 376 Missouri school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Highland Elementary

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Rank History for all students at Highland Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2006 48.72 574th 1074 46.6%
2007 53.75 500th 1080 53.7%
2008 62.85 338th 1084 68.8%
2009 71.63 239th 1053 77.3%
2010 65.17 339th 1066 68.2%
2011 62.61 407th 1088 62.6%
2012 69.47 295th 1085 72.8%
2013 66.40 332nd 1108 70.0%
2014 52.37 535th 1089 50.9%
2015 55.69 479th 1058 54.7%
2016 73.88 208th 865 76.0%
2017 70.23 290th 1032 71.9%
2018 56.23 448th 1045 57.1%
2019 49.97 533rd 1052 49.3%
2021 40.71 554th 901 38.5%
2022 41.65 540th 908 40.5%
2023 40.71 564th 898 37.2%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Highland Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 70.37 176th 887 80.2%
2019 40.30 588th 907 35.2%
2021 36.21 366th 574 36.2%
2022 23.93 443rd 532 16.7%
2023 40.96 357th 611 41.6%
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Rank History for White students at Highland Elementary

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Elementary Schools MO State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 44.08 503rd 898 44.0%
2019 38.33 584th 917 36.3%
2021 29.56 503rd 691 27.2%
2022 28.33 510th 675 24.4%
2023 31.51 478th 673 29.0%
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Data source: test scores: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

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by a parent
Saturday, September 10, 2016

Open Quote This school works really well with kids who have learning disabilities. However they do not know how to work with kids who have behavior problems and they don't have patients to work with children who have behavior problems and they want to convince parents to put their kids on medication to solve the problem. Medication don't solve the problem. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Highland Elementary

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1998 339 29 0 0 1 n/a n/a -32 337
1999 305 21 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 327
2000 292 19 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 311
2001 322 25 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 347
2002 285 19 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 305
2003 285 19 0 1 0 n/a n/a 0 305
2004 273 14 1 0 0 n/a n/a 0 288
2005 292 16 0 0 0 n/a n/a 0 308
2006 271 12 0 0 1 n/a n/a 0 284
2007 523 31 2 2 4 n/a n/a 0 562
2008 536 32 2 5 4 n/a n/a 0 579
2009 517 35 0 5 4 n/a n/a 0 561
2010 525 32 0 3 3 n/a n/a 0 563
2011 471 19 0 15 3 0 19 0 527
2012 445 16 0 10 2 0 14 0 487
2013 456 18 0 2 1 0 18 0 495
2014 442 16 0 2 0 0 17 0 477
2015 476 17 0 3 0 0 14 0 510
2016 465 11 0 4 0 0 17 0 497
2017 462 8 0 3 2 0 12 0 487
2018 468 8 0 9 1 0 8 0 494
2019 447 15 0 7 1 0 9 0 479
2020 439 11 0 8 0 0 12 0 470
2021 459 11 0 8 1 0 11 0 490
2022 484 12 0 10 1 0 11 0 518
2023 494 6 0 11 1 0 13 0 525

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Highland Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1998 337 23.5 14.3 34.4
1999 327 20.3 16.1 47.7
2000 311 19.4 16.0 45.3
2001 347 23.1 15.0 43.8
2002 305 23.3 13.1 50.2
2003 305 23.3 13.1 50.2
2004 288 23.0 12.5 50.3
2005 308 23.0 13.4 48.4
2006 284 22.5 12.6 45.8
2007 562 21.5 26.1 44.5
2008 579 43.7 13.2 43
2009 561 45.3 12.4 46.7
2010 563 45.3 12.4 51.2
2011 527 42.7 12.3 50.3
2012 487 43.1 11.2 51.5
2013 495 42.3 11.6 51.3
2014 477 40.8 11.6 50.1
2015 510 38.0 13.4 43.9
2016 497 38.0 13.0 44.9
2017 487 38.8 12.5 44.8
2018 494 39.6 12.4 49.6
2019 479 39.6 12.0 51.8
2020 470 39.9 11.7 47.9
2021 490 39.5 12.3 49.8
2022 518 39.5 13.0 46.3
2023 525 39.0 13.4 49.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Highland Elementary

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1998 337 23.5 14.3 34.4
1999 327 20.3 16.1 47.7
2000 311 19.4 16.0 45.3
2001 347 23.1 15.0 43.8
2002 305 23.3 13.1 50.2
2003 305 23.3 13.1 50.2
2004 288 23.0 12.5 50.3
2005 308 23.0 13.4 48.4
2006 284 22.5 12.6 45.8
2007 562 21.5 26.1 44.5
2008 579 43.7 13.2 43
2009 561 45.3 12.4 46.7
2010 563 45.3 12.4 51.2
2011 527 42.7 12.3 50.3
2012 487 43.1 11.2 51.5
2013 495 42.3 11.6 51.3
2014 477 40.8 11.6 50.1
2015 510 38.0 13.4 43.9
2016 497 38.0 13.0 44.9
2017 487 38.8 12.5 44.8
2018 494 39.6 12.4 49.6
2019 479 39.6 12.0 51.8
2020 470 39.9 11.7 47.9
2021 490 39.5 12.3 49.8
2022 518 39.5 13.0 46.3
2023 525 39.0 13.4 49.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Highland Elementary

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $967 (10.1%) $8,581 (89.9%) $9,548
2020 $987 (10.4%) $8,530 (89.6%) $9,516
2021 $1,135 (11.0%) $9,145 (89.0%) $10,280
2022 $1,023 (9.9%) $9,318 (90.1%) $10,341

Data source: Missouri Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Highland Elementary

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 533rd of 1052 Elementary schoolsRanks 564th of 898 Elementary schools
 12.1%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
3rd Grade Mathematics (Highland Elementary)23.121.2
 1.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Lewis County C-1)23.121.2
 1.9%
   3rd Grade Mathematics (Missouri)4641.1
 4.9%
3rd Grade English Language Arts (Highland Elementary)40.625.8
 14.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Lewis County C-1)40.625.8
 14.8%
   3rd Grade English Language Arts (Missouri)48.742.4
 6.3%
4th Grade Mathematics (Highland Elementary)4217.7
 24.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Lewis County C-1)4217.7
 24.3%
   4th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)46.843.8
 3%
4th Grade English Language Arts (Highland Elementary)51.622.8
 28.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis County C-1)51.622.8
 28.8%
   4th Grade English Language Arts (Missouri)49.345.9
 3.4%
5th Grade Mathematics (Highland Elementary)5036.1
 13.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Lewis County C-1)5036.1
 13.9%
   5th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)40.339.1
 1.2%
5th Grade Science (Highland Elementary)55.852.8
 3%
   5th Grade Science (Lewis County C-1)55.852.8
 3%
   5th Grade Science (Missouri)42.540.9
 1.6%
5th Grade English Language Arts (Highland Elementary)65.441.6
 23.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis County C-1)65.441.6
 23.8%
   5th Grade English Language Arts (Missouri)47.144.1
 3%
6th Grade Mathematics (Highland Elementary)42.149.2
 7.1%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Lewis County C-1)42.149.2
 7.1%
   6th Grade Mathematics (Missouri)42.543.7
 1.2%
6th Grade English Language Arts (Highland Elementary)39.536.9
 2.6%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Lewis County C-1)39.536.9
 2.6%
   6th Grade English Language Arts (Missouri)45.937.5
 8.4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students479525
 9.6%
African American156
 60%
American Indian11
Asian00
Hispanic711
 57.1%
Pacific Islander00
White447494
 10.5%
Two or More Races913
 44.4%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients51.8%49.3%
 2.4%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Highland Elementary

Students who attend Highland Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Highland Junior-Senior High

In the 2022-23 school year, 525 students attended Highland Elementary.

Students at Highland Elementary are 94% White, 2% Two or more races, 2% Hispanic, 1% African American.

Highland Elementary ranks 564th of 898 Missouri elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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