Highland Middle School serves 757 students in grades 6-8.
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 757 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 757 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
757 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highland Middle 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
9%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
2%
5%
White
81%
50%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
757 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Highland Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highland Middle School offer ?
Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Mead School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Middle School located?
Highland Middle School is located in the Five Mile Prairie neighborhood of Spokane, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Five Mile Prairie.
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