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Highland Free School

510 S Highland Ave
Tucson, AZ 85719
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Top 30%
Serving 44 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Highland Free School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Arizona state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 44 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30% in AZ
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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Highland Free School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:

<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Highland Free School's student population of 44 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
44 students
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Highland Free School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,956 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Free School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (AZ)
#552 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
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21-39%
35%
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60-79%
40%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Highland Free School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Arizona by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
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17:1
American Indian
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5%
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Asian
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3%
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Hispanic
27%
47%
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Black
9%
6%
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White
52%
35%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
12%
4%
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0.64
This chart displays the diversity score of Highland Free School and the public school average diversity score of Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
39%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
7%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Highland Free School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Arizona by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Free School's ranking?
Highland Free School is ranked #552 out of 1,956 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Arizona.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% AZ state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
How many students attend Highland Free School?
44 students attend Highland Free School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Highland Free School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Black.
What grades does Highland Free School offer ?
Highland Free School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Highland Free School part of?
Highland Free School is part of Highland Free School (79061) School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Free School located?
Highland Free School is located in the Barrio San Antonio neighborhood of Tucson, AZ.

School Reviews
5   12/9/2020
It's a small school over all but there're nice teachers! there're goats, chickens and dogs. There's a dog named pearl she is a friendly dog. I really like this school over all! There's a grassy area where you get to run around!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Amaiyah Castillo

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 44 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 21-39% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Top 10%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education

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