Highland Junior High School serves 197 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 was lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment was 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
14%
Black
1%
7%
White
93%
70%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highland Junior High School?
197 students attend Highland Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Highland Junior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Junior High School?
Highland Junior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Junior High School offer ?
Highland Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Junior High School part of?
Highland Junior High School is part of Highland Community School District.
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