Serving 1,663 students in grades 5-8, Highland Hills Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,663 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in IN
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Hills Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Hills Middle School's student population of 1,663 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,663 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Highland Hills Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,763 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Hills Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 1763 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
1%
13%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jaguar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Hills Middle School's ranking?
Highland Hills Middle School is ranked #192 out of 1,763 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Highland Hills Middle School often compared to?
Highland Hills Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nathaniel Scribner Middle School, Hazelwood Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Highland Hills Middle School?
1,663 students attend Highland Hills Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highland Hills Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Hills Middle School?
Highland Hills Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Hills Middle School offer ?
Highland Hills Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Hills Middle School part of?
Highland Hills Middle School is part of New Albany-Floyd Co Con School District.
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