Serving 762 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is equal to the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 762 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Middle serves the western part of Sanford, NC, covering an area of approximately 71 square miles. Most students live within a 15-20 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 762 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
762 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.71, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1767 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)41%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
29%
22%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
72%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1767 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Western Harnett Middle School, Harnett Central Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
762 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Highland Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highland Middle School offer ?
Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Harnett County Schools.
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