Serving 55 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 top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 11:1 is lower than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WI
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Community Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Community Middle School's student population of 55 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
55 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Community Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Community Middle School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1042 out of 1991 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)20-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
n/a
9%
White
82%
67%
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
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Community Middle School's ranking?
Highland Community Middle School is ranked #1042 out of 1,991 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?
55 students attend Highland Community Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highland Community Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 7% 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 11:1, 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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