Serving 371 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is approximately equal to the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 371 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 371 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
371 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1507 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)15-19%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
79%
25%
Black
n/a
5%
White
19%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
2%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)85-89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #1507 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley High School, Eisenhower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
371 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Highland High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland School District.
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