Serving 243 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Junior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cowiche, WA, covering approximately 111.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 15.8 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 243 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1542 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Hispanic
79%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
21%
47%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1542 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like K-8 Learning Lab, West Valley Mid-level Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
243 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Highland Middle School students are Hispanic, and 21% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Middle School offer ?
Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Highland School District.
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