Highland Ranch Elementary, San Diego Overview (2026 List)

About Highland Ranch Elementary

Highland Ranch Elementary, a public school here in San Diego, California, serves kids from kindergarten through 5th grade. About 400 students go here, and with 24 students per teacher, instructors can really give each kid some focus. The school really cares about reading, writing, math, science, arts, and tech. They do projects and group work in class so kids can learn to think on their feet, be creative, and fix problems. The student body is really diverse, which makes for a nice environment. Test scores show about 64% of students are doing well in math and 71% in reading, which means they must be doing something right. The school’s budget is like other schools nearby, so they’re able to offer great resources and activities. Located in a great neighborhood for families, Highland Ranch Elementary has lots of parents who pitch in. It’s known as a place where kids can learn and grow in a supportive environment.

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 71%

Reading 64%

State average proficiency is 71% in Math and 64% in Reading.

27

Full-time Teachers

23 : 1

Student-Teacher Ratio

661

Total Students

$102344

Avg. Teacher Salary

Student Demographics

White 30.71%

Asian 38.88%

Hispanic 15.28%

Black 2.42%

Two+ Races 12.1%

Native Am. 0%

White

30.71%

Asian

38.88%

Hispanic

15.28%

Black

2.42%

Two+ Races

12.1%

Native Am.

0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 661

48.26%

319 Female

51.29%

339 Male

Student Population

661 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 23 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

661 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Highland Ranch Elementary Contact Information

Address

14840 Waverley Downs Way, San Diego, CA, 92128

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Phone

(858) 674-4707

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Website

http://www.powayusd.com/pusdhres

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:45 AM to 1:45 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:30 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

For the 2025–26 school year, Highland Ranch Elementary School will offer full-day TK and kindergarten classes. This means that there will no longer be half-day schedules. The goal is to teach young kids all day. This change shows that the school really wants to help kids do well in school and make friends from the start. Highland Ranch Elementary is still working on getting families and the community involved, even with the new schedules. They're planning things like multicultural events and activities for parents and kids to do together to make the connection between home and school stronger. The school is really trying to make a place where students feel cared for and welcome, and where they can get help with both schoolwork and their feelings.

Highland Ranch Elementary is serious about getting students ready, connecting with the community, and making the school a great place to be.

FAQ

Q1. What kinds of activities can kids do outside of school at Highland Ranch Elementary?

Ans. The school has clubs for art, music, STEM, and sports.

Q2. Does Highland Ranch Elementary have programs for kids after school?

Ans. Yes, the school has programs after school to help with homework and other activities.

Q3. Do students have access to transportation?

Ans. There aren't many bus services, so parents are encouraged to drop off their kids for convenience.

Q4. What can parents do to help at Highland Ranch Elementary?

Ans. Parents can help out, go to school events, and take part in workshops.

Q5. Does Highland Ranch Elementary offer special education services?

Ans. Yes, the school helps students with special needs in a way that is right for them.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2

SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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