Serving 207 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Highland School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland School's student population of 207 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate every student by combining the wisdom of yesterday, the technology of today, and the vision for tomorrow to develop within each student strong moral character, high self-esteem, and the desire to succeed.
School Rankings
Highland School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland School is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#631 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
12%
54%
White
87%
24%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland School's ranking?
Highland School is ranked #631 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Highland School often compared to?
Highland Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blackwell School, Roscoe Collegiate High School, Sweetwater Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland School?
The graduation rate of Highland School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Highland School?
207 students attend Highland School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Highland School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland School?
Highland School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland School offer ?
Highland School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Highland School part of?
Highland School is part of Highland Independent School District.
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