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Highlands Elementary

Saugus Union · Los Angeles County · 27332 Catala Avenue, Saugus, CA 91350-2146

(661) 294-5320 · www.saugususd.org

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8/10
#1308
Rank 1308 out of 5,722
Top 23%
English Language Arts8/10 · #1408 · 75th percentile
Mathematics8/10 · #1356 · 76th percentile
Science8/10 · #1125 · 80th percentile

English Language Arts

Math Trend

Science Trend

School Overview

Tucked into the Santa Clarita Valley, Highlands Elementary is a well-rounded neighborhood school where strong science scores stand out and academics across the board consistently outperform most of the state. Saugus attracts a lot of families drawn to the suburban, master-planned feel of Santa Clarita — good weather, newer housing, and a community that tends to be deeply invested in its schools. If you're settling into the 91350 zip code and want a school that feels both welcoming and academically solid, Highlands is a natural fit.

Student Demographics

336 students tested · 2024-25 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
198 (59%)
White
98 (29%)
Filipino
12 (4%)
African American
11 (3%)
Multiple Races
10 (3%)
Other
7 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners27 (8%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged120 (36%)
Students with Disabilities78 (23%)

Staff & Teachers(2024-25)

666
Enrollment
29
Teachers (FTE)
23:1
Student-Staff Ratio
1
Administrators (FTE)
20.1
Avg Class Size*(2023-24)

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs6/10 · #2445 · 60th percentile

126 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among Elementary Schools in California.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found