Serving 789 students in grades 6-8, Highlander Way Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 789 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highlander Way Middle School serves the northern part of Howell, MI, covering an area of approximately 88.4 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a driving distance of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlander Way Middle School's student population of 789 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
789 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlander Way Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlander Way Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1280 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlander Way Middle School's ranking?
Highlander Way Middle School is ranked #1280 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Highlander Way Middle School often compared to?
Highlander Way Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Highlander Way Middle School?
789 students attend Highlander Way Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Highlander Way Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlander Way Middle School?
Highlander Way Middle School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highlander Way Middle School offer ?
Highlander Way Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlander Way Middle School part of?
Highlander Way Middle School is part of Howell School District.
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