Serving 476 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 476 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Hardy, AR, encompassing approximately 324.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 476 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
476 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering ALL students to achieve.
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
19%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89.9%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Rebel
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #500 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 89.9%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
476 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Highland High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 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 Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We have great teachers, band and chior programs, a wide variety of clubs to join, and football, basketball, baseball, and golf. We get awards for virtually anything we do very well at like haveing a 3.5 GPA or doing well in a certain area of acedemics. The school building is somewhat older, however has been built onto in various areas in recent years. Parent involvement at Highland is common with many parents helping with chaperoning, clubs, sports, concession stands, etc.
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