Highland Elementary

Highland Elementary sits in one of Riverside's more working-class neighborhoods, and its academic scores reflect some real challenges — families considering it should know it's a developing school that benefits from the broader Riverside Unified support system. That said, Riverside itself is a vibrant Inland Empire city with a genuine sense of history, an affordable cost of living compared to coastal SoCal, and a tight-knit community feel that can make a big difference in a child's school experience. Families who are active participants in their kids' education and willing to engage with the school community may find more here than the numbers alone suggest.