Serving 35 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 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in AZ
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
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Highland Free School's student population of 35 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade
School Calendar
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 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#552 out of 1956 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
5%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
34%
48%
Black
9%
6%
White
40%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
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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?
35 students attend Highland Free School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highland Free School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 17% 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.
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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!
Review Highland Free School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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