Serving 453 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Highland Community ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Community's student population of 453 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Community ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Community is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#9348 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
12%
Hispanic
75%
56%
Black
19%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Community's ranking?
Highland Community is ranked #9348 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Highland Community?
453 students attend Highland Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Highland Community students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Community?
Highland Community has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Highland Community offer ?
Highland Community offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is Highland Community part of?
Highland Community is part of Oakland Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Community located?
Highland Community is located in the Highland neighborhood of Oakland, CA. There are 1 other public schools located in Highland.
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