Serving 58 students in grades 6-8, Highland Community Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 34% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Community Middle School's student population of 58 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
58 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Community Middle School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1589 out of 1962 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
14%
White
83%
66%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.3%
24%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Community Middle School's ranking?
Highland Community Middle School is ranked #1589 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
How many students attend Highland Community Middle School?
58 students attend Highland Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Highland Community Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Community Middle School?
Highland Community Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland Community Middle School offer ?
Highland Community Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Community Middle School part of?
Highland Community Middle School is part of Highland School District.
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