Serving 980 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 30% (which was lower than the Indiana state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 55% (which was higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 was higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
980 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#703 out of 1763 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
35%
15%
Black
11%
13%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #703 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% IN state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
980 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Highland High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of School Town Of Highland School District.
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