Serving 942 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 942 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 942 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
942 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1569 out of 2568 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
24%
20%
Black
25%
25%
White
42%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1569 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
942 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Highland Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
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 Harnett County Schools School District.
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