HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1230 HIGHLANDS BLVD
PALM HARBOR, FL 34684

www.highland-es.pinellas.k12.fl.us

449 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Highland Lakes Elementary School, located in Palm Harbor, Florida, is a public school serving students in the Pinellas County School District. As a neighborhood-focused institution, it is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the personal development of its student body. The school is known for its commitment to building a strong community partnership between educators, families, and local stakeholders to ensure that students are well-prepared for their future educational endeavors.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the rigorous standards set by the state of Florida, incorporating a blend of core academic instruction and enrichment activities. Highland Lakes utilizes a variety of teaching methods and technological resources to engage students across different learning styles. By prioritizing a well-rounded educational experience, the school aims to cultivate a sense of curiosity, responsibility, and civic engagement in every student, helping them grow within a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere.

449

Total Students

31.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

39.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	319
Hispanic	65
Black	25
Asian	12
Two or More	27
American Indian	1

White
319 (71.0%)
Hispanic
65 (14.5%)
Two or More
27 (6.0%)
Black
25 (5.6%)
Asian
12 (2.7%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	PINELLAS
Phone:	(727)724-1429
Website:	http://www.highland-es.pinellas.k12.fl.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	449
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	151
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	27

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 36

Kindergarten 56

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 55

Grade 3 71

Grade 4 73

Grade 5 89

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade	Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten	36
Kindergarten	56
Grade 1	69
Grade 2	55
Grade 3	71
Grade 4	73
Grade 5	89

Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGHLAND LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender	Student Count	Percentage
Female	226	50.3%
Male	223	49.7%

Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)