Serving 751 students in grades 7-8, Highland East Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 57% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 751 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland East Junior High School's student population of 751 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
751 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
Royal Blue and White
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Highland East Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,652 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland East Junior High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#527 out of 1652 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
27%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
3%
11%
Asian
3%
2%
Hispanic
17%
21%
Black
6%
8%
White
53%
43%
Two or more races
18%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland East Junior High School's ranking?
Highland East Junior High School is ranked #527 out of 1,652 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Highland East Junior High School often compared to?
Highland East Junior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whittier Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Highland East Junior High School?
751 students attend Highland East Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Highland East Junior High School students are White, 18% of students are Two or more races, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland East Junior High School?
Highland East Junior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland East Junior High School offer ?
Highland East Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland East Junior High School part of?
Highland East Junior High School is part of Moore School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland East Junior High School located?
Highland East Junior High School is located in the Central Oklahoma City neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 80 other public schools located in Central Oklahoma City.
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