Serving 108 students in grades 9-12, Highland Community High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Community High School's student population of 108 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
108 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Community High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#434 out of 1984 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
13%
Black
2%
9%
White
91%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Community High School's ranking?
Highland Community High School is ranked #434 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Community High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Community High School is 80%, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highland Community High School?
108 students attend Highland Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highland Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Community High School?
Highland Community High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Community High School offer ?
Highland Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Community High School part of?
Highland Community High School is part of Highland School District.
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