Highland High School is a public high school located in Gilbert, Arizona, United States. It was built in 1992 and is part of the Gilbert Public Schools district. It accommodates grades 9–12, and in 2010, the school had a student body of 2,957. In athletics, the school is known collectively as the Highland Hawks.
Serving 3,027 students in grades 8-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arizona for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Arizona state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Arizona state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arizona state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 3,027 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in AZ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 3,027 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 146 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
146 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
Black and teal
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,921 schools in Arizona (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#258 out of 1921 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
24%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
5%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
20%
48%
Black
2%
6%
White
68%
34%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
77%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
40%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AZ Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #258 out of 1,921 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arizona.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Desert Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% AZ state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AZ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 93%, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 77%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
3,027 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Highland High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Arizona state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Gilbert Unified District (4239) School District.
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