Serving 500 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Mississippi for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Mississippi state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Mississippi state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 58% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MS
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Bluff Elementary School's student population of 500 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
500 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Bluff Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 795 schools in Mississippi (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Bluff Elementary School is 0.61, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#166 out of 795 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
30%
47%
White
54%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MS Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Bluff Elementary School's ranking?
Highland Bluff Elementary School is ranked #166 out of 795 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Mississippi.
What schools are Highland Bluff Elementary School often compared to?
Highland Bluff Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northshore Elementary School, Flowood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% MS state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% MS state average).
How many students attend Highland Bluff Elementary School?
500 students attend Highland Bluff Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Highland Bluff Elementary School students are White, 30% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Bluff Elementary School?
Highland Bluff Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Mississippi state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Bluff Elementary School offer ?
Highland Bluff Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Bluff Elementary School part of?
Highland Bluff Elementary School is part of Rankin County School District.
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