Highlands High School is a public high school located in San Antonio, Texas and classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. This school is one of twelve high schools in the San Antonio Independent School District.
Serving 1,495 students in grades 9-12, Highlands High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highlands High School's student population of 1,495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Rankings
Highlands High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7701 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
90%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
2%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Highlands High School's ranking?
Highlands High School is ranked #7701 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Highlands High School often compared to?
Highlands High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fox Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highlands High School?
The graduation rate of Highlands High School is 82%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Highlands High School?
1,495 students attend Highlands High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Highlands High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands High School?
Highlands High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highlands High School offer ?
Highlands High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highlands High School part of?
Highlands High School is part of San Antonio Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Highlands High School located?
Highlands High School is located in the East Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 33 other public schools located in East Side.
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