Serving 224 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 224 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Park High School's student population of 224 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
224 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park High School is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2511 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
44%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park High School's ranking?
Highland Park High School is ranked #2511 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Highland Park High School often compared to?
Highland Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tascosa High School, River Road High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Highland Park High School?
224 students attend Highland Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Highland Park High School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park High School?
Highland Park High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park High School offer ?
Highland Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park High School part of?
Highland Park High School is part of Highland Park Independent School District.
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