School Overview
Highland Elementary School is a public school located in Derby, New York, serving as part of the Lake Shore Central School District. Situated in a suburban setting, the school provides an educational environment for students in the primary grades, focusing on foundational academic skills, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning community. As a key component of the Lake Shore district, Highland Elementary emphasizes the values and curriculum standards set forth by the broader school system, aiming to prepare young learners for their future academic endeavors.

The school is committed to fostering a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the local Derby community to enhance student engagement and success. With access to the resources and extracurricular opportunities provided by the Lake Shore Central School District, Highland Elementary works to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow intellectually and personally. Parents and community members can access further information regarding school policies, events, and district-wide initiatives through the official Lake Shore Central School District website.
344
Total Students
33.1
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White274
Hispanic28
Black3
Asian6
Two or More19
American Indian14
  • White
    274 (79.7%)
  • Hispanic
    28 (8.1%)
  • Two or More
    19 (5.5%)
  • American Indian
    14 (4.1%)
  • Asian
    6 (1.7%)
  • Black
    3 (0.9%)
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: EVANS-BRANT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (LAKE SHORE)
Phone: (716)926-2461
Website: http://www.lakeshorecsd.org
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 344
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 123
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 51
Grade 1 59
Grade 2 70
Grade 3 51
Grade 4 61
Grade 5 42
Ungraded 10

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten51
Grade 159
Grade 270
Grade 351
Grade 461
Grade 542
Ungraded10
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female16146.8%
Male18353.2%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)