Serving 914 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 32%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in IL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 914 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,663 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 3663 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
32%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
1%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
95%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)92%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #826 out of 3,663 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Triad High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 32% IL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
914 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Highland High School students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 17:1, which is higher than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland CUSD 5 School District.
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