Highland High School is a public high school located in Cowiche, Washington. It is the only high school in the Highland School District. The school serves 348 students in grades 9–12. 62% of the students are Hispanic, while 36% are White, 1% are American Indian and 1% are two or more races.
Serving 253 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 253 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.33, 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
#1442 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
80%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
19%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
n/a
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #1442 out of 2,113 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
253 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Highland Middle School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
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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