Serving 1,973 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,973 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland High serves the southern part of Salt Lake City, UT, covering an attendance area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 1,973 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,973 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.57, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#408 out of 957 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)54%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. View full 12-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)38%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
61%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
82%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #408 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 82%, which is lower than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
1,973 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Highland High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% 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 23:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
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 Salt Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland High School located?
Highland High School is located in the Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City, UT. There are 5 other public schools located in Sugar House.
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