Monterey High School, also known as Highland High School, Monterey Elementary School, Highland Elementary School, and Highland Center, is a historic school building located at Monterey, Highland County, Virginia.
Serving 103 students in grades 6-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 103 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in VA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Monterey, VA, covering approximately 415.9 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 103 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
103 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#135 out of 1773 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥90%
69%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
1%
20%
Black
1%
21%
White
94%
44%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #135 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 50%, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 88.8%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
103 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Highland High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland County School District.
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