Serving 642 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 61%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 50% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 642 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 642 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
642 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,052 schools in Washington (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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1386 out of 2052 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)41%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)54%
61%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
9%
Hispanic
43%
25%
Black
5%
5%
White
25%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1386 out of 2,052 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Odle Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% WA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 61% WA state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
642 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Highland Middle School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
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
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Bellevue School District.
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