Serving 774 students in grades 6-8, Highlands Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 30%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 26% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Middle School's student population of 774 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,230 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.44. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#47 out of 1230 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
8%
Black
1%
11%
White
91%
74%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Highlands Middle School is ranked #47 out of 1,230 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell County Middle School, Highlands High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% KY state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% KY state average).
How many students attend Highlands Middle School?
774 students attend Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highlands Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Middle School?
Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highlands Middle School offer ?
Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Middle School part of?
Highlands Middle School is part of Fort Thomas Independent School District.
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