Highland Elementary School

hies.gresham.k12.or.us/

465 Students

Elementary School K - 5th

School Overview

Highland Elementary School, located in Gresham, Oregon, is a public elementary school serving students in the Gresham-Barlow School District. Situated at 295 NE 24th St, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a strong school community. By prioritizing student-centered instruction, Highland Elementary aims to prepare its diverse student body for future success through a curriculum that aligns with state standards while addressing the individual needs of each learner.

Beyond core academics, Highland Elementary places a significant focus on student engagement and community involvement. The school works closely with families and local partners to create a welcoming atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore their interests and achieve their potential. Through various programs and initiatives, the school strives to maintain a positive school culture, ensuring that students not only excel in their studies but also develop the character and skills necessary to contribute meaningfully to their community.

465

Total Students

26.3

Full-Time Teachers

17.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

83.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highland Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	114
Hispanic	271
Black	24
Asian	20
Two or More	26
American Indian	4
Pacific Islander	6

Hispanic
271 (58.3%)
White
114 (24.5%)
Two or More
26 (5.6%)
Black
24 (5.2%)
Asian
20 (4.3%)
Pacific Islander
6 (1.3%)
American Indian
4 (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:	N/A
District:	Gresham-Barlow SD 10J
Phone:	(503)665-7158
Website:	http://hies.gresham.k12.or.us/
Grade Range:	K - 5th
Total Students:	465
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	26.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	386
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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 75

Grade 1 85

Grade 2 77

Grade 3 77

Grade 4 82

Grade 5 69