School Overview
Lake Highlands Elementary, located on Ferndale Road in Dallas, is a key component of the Richardson Independent School District (RISD). Serving the vibrant Lake Highlands community, the school is known for its strong emphasis on academic foundational skills and fostering a supportive, inclusive environment for its diverse student body. As a neighborhood anchor, the school typically focuses on holistic child development, blending rigorous state-aligned curriculum with extracurricular opportunities that encourage student engagement both inside and outside the classroom.

The school is well-regarded for its active parental involvement and close ties to the surrounding Dallas community, which contribute to a collaborative atmosphere for learning. By prioritizing effective communication and a partnership between teachers, staff, and families, Lake Highlands Elementary strives to prepare its students for the transition to middle school and beyond. For those looking for specific updates on school performance, enrollment procedures, or campus programs, the school maintains an official presence through the Richardson ISD portal, ensuring that parents have access to the latest educational resources and campus announcements.
704
Total Students
48.8
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
25.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for LAKE HIGHLANDS EL
Demographic Student Count
White432
Hispanic223
Black21
Asian6
Two or More20
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    432 (61.4%)
  • Hispanic
    223 (31.7%)
  • Black
    21 (3.0%)
  • Two or More
    20 (2.8%)
  • Asian
    6 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: RICHARDSON ISD
Phone: (469)593-2100
Website: http://schools.risd.org/LakeHighlandsES/
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 704
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 157
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 19
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 94
Kindergarten 105
Grade 1 98
Grade 2 101
Grade 3 105
Grade 4 108
Grade 5 93

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for LAKE HIGHLANDS EL
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten94
Kindergarten105
Grade 198
Grade 2101
Grade 3105
Grade 4108
Grade 593
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for LAKE HIGHLANDS EL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female33848%
Male36652%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)