Overview

Highland City Elementary School is a public school in Highland City, FL, offering a Gifted & Talented program. It is one of 101 elementary schools in Polk.
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School Rating

Highland City Elementary School is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in Florida with the same grade levels.
4/10
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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

5355 9TH STREET SE
Highland City, FL 33846
School leader: Ms Amy Weingarth
(863) 648-3540
(863) 648-3542
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