Serving 442 students in grades 5-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Arkansas 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 Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Arkansas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in AR
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Hardy, AR school district, covering approximately 324.7 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 16.5 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 442 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.12, 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
#110 out of 989 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
19%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
57%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.2%
22.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
10%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #110 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave City Middle School Career And Collegiate Preparatory 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% AR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
442 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Highland Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Arkansas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Middle School offer ?
Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Highland School District.
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