At a glance
Reported students
704
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
48.78
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas elementary enrollment
81st percentile
Compared with 4,659 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
574
Lake Highlands El: 704 reported students.
State peer staffing position
44th percentile
14.4:1 reported; state peer median 14.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 725
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52.5
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.8:1
What the reported data says about Lake Highlands El
Lake Highlands El is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Dallas. It is one of 51 current school records connected to Richardson ISD. NCES reports 704 students for 2024–25.
Among 4,659 elementary schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 519 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 81st percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.4:1, close to the Texas median of 14.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (61.4%) and Hispanic or Latino (31.7%). English learners represent 19.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lake Highlands El
- 1How do the reported 14.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 48.78 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 19.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 16%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 25%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White61.4%
- Hispanic31.7%
- Black3%
- Asian0.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial2.8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Richardson ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Dover El
Elementary · Grades PK–06
698 reported students
Carolyn G Bukhair El
Elementary · Grades PK–06
694 reported students
Audelia Creek El
Elementary · Grades PK–06
730 reported students
Risd Acad
Elementary · Grades PK–06
731 reported students
Math/Science/Tech Magnet
Elementary · Grades PK–06
667 reported students
Hamilton Park Pacesetter Magnet
Elementary · Grades PK–06
659 reported students
Public schools near Lake Highlands El
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wallace El Elementary · Richardson ISD | PK–05 | 654 | 0.5 mi |
| White Rock El Elementary · Richardson ISD | PK–05 | 868 | 0.9 mi |
| Northlake El Elementary · Richardson ISD | PK–05 | 414 | 0.9 mi |
| Personalized Learning Academy at Highland Meadows Elementary · Dallas ISD | PK–05 | 676 | 1.3 mi |
| Merriman Park El Elementary · Richardson ISD | PK–05 | 446 | 1.8 mi |
| Victor H Hexter El Elementary · Dallas ISD | PK–06 | 481 | 1.8 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake Highlands El
What grades does Lake Highlands El serve?
Lake Highlands El reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Richardson ISD.
How many students attend Lake Highlands El?
Lake Highlands El reported 704 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 81st percentile among 4,659 Texas elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 725 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake Highlands El?
The calculated ratio is 14.4:1, based on 704 students and 48.78 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 14.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake Highlands El a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake Highlands El is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Richardson ISD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lake Highlands El students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
25% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Lake Highlands El in?
Lake Highlands El is part of Richardson ISD, based in Richardson, TX, which operates 51 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake Highlands El?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Wallace El (0.5 mi), White Rock El (0.9 mi), Northlake El (0.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.