Serving 639 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Kentucky 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% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 29% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 639 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Highland Middle School serves the northwest part of Louisville, KY, covering an attendance area of approximately 14.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 639 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
639 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,250 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1049 out of 1250 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
22%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
22%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
53%
71%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.8%
28%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1049 out of 1,250 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
639 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Highland Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Kentucky 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 Jefferson County School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Middle School located?
Highland Middle School is located in the Deer Park neighborhood of Louisville, KY.
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