HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

www.bismarckschools.org/highlandacres

103 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Highland Acres Elementary School, located in Bismarck, North Dakota, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Bismarck Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that focuses on the academic, social, and emotional development of its K-5 student body. By emphasizing core curriculum standards alongside character development, Highland Acres aims to prepare its students for the transition to middle school while maintaining a strong sense of community spirit.

The school is known for its active parent and community involvement, which plays a vital role in enhancing the educational experience through various programs and events. With a focus on student-centered instruction, the staff at Highland Acres utilizes a variety of teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles, ensuring that all students have the resources necessary to succeed. For parents and community members seeking more detailed information regarding current academic initiatives, school policies, or upcoming events, the school’s official website serves as a primary hub for communication and resources.

103

Total Students

7.0

Full-Time Teachers

14.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

10.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLAND ACRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	89
Hispanic	1
Black	2
Asian	1
Two or More	4
American Indian	6

White
89 (86.4%)
American Indian
6 (5.8%)
Two or More
4 (3.9%)
Black
2 (1.9%)
Hispanic
1 (1.0%)
Asian
1 (1.0%)

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:	BISMARCK 1
Phone:	(701)323-4160
Website:	http://www.bismarckschools.org/highlandacres
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	103
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	7.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	10
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* 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

Kindergarten 19

Grade 1 22

Grade 2 19

Grade 3 14

Grade 4 16

Grade 5 13