Serving 533 students in grades 9-12, Highland Sch Of Technology ranks in the top 1% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 55% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Sch Of Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland Sch Of Technology's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
533 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Sch Of Technology ranks within the top 1% of all 2,568 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Sch Of Technology is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3 out of 2568 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
14%
25%
White
63%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Sch Of Technology's ranking?
Highland Sch Of Technology is ranked #3 out of 2,568 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highland Sch Of Technology often compared to?
Highland Sch Of Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Early College Of Forsyth Co, Nesbitt Discovery Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NC state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Sch Of Technology?
The graduation rate of Highland Sch Of Technology is 95%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend Highland Sch Of Technology?
533 students attend Highland Sch Of Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Highland Sch Of Technology students are White, 14% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Sch Of Technology?
Highland Sch Of Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Sch Of Technology offer ?
Highland Sch Of Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Sch Of Technology part of?
Highland Sch Of Technology is part of Gaston County Schools School District.
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