Overview

Highlands Elementary School is a public school in Spring Valley, CA, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 21 elementary schools in La Mesa-Spring Valley School District.

School Rating

Highlands Elementary School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in California with the same grade levels.
6/10
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ACADEMICS

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

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About the School

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Neighborhood

3131 South Barcelona Street
Spring Valley, CA 91977
School leader: Melynda Pezone
(619) 668-5780
(619) 668-8320
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