School Overview
Highlands Elementary School, located in the prestigious Edina Public Schools district at 5505 Doncaster Way, is widely recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a robust, community-focused learning environment. Serving students in the Edina area, the school consistently maintains high performance standards, emphasizing a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with opportunities for personal growth. The school is known for its strong partnership between faculty, parents, and the surrounding community, which creates a supportive atmosphere aimed at fostering both the intellectual and social-emotional development of every child.

Beyond its academic reputation, Highlands Elementary is celebrated for its inclusive school culture and dedicated staff who strive to provide individualized attention to a diverse student body. The school offers various extracurricular programs and enrichment activities designed to engage students outside the classroom, helping them develop critical thinking skills and a lifelong love of learning. Situated in a suburban setting, Highlands provides a safe, nurturing environment that prepares its students for successful transitions into the district's middle and high school programs.
564
Total Students
37.4
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY
Demographic Student Count
White420
Hispanic35
Black32
Asian35
Two or More42
  • White
    420 (74.5%)
  • Two or More
    42 (7.4%)
  • Hispanic
    35 (6.2%)
  • Asian
    35 (6.2%)
  • Black
    32 (5.7%)
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: EDINA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (952)848-4500
Website: http://highlands.edinaschools.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 564
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 66
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 18
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 87
Grade 1 86
Grade 2 95
Grade 3 107
Grade 4 94
Grade 5 95

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten87
Grade 186
Grade 295
Grade 3107
Grade 494
Grade 595
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGHLANDS ELEMENTARY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26947.7%
Male29552.3%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)