Serving 1,114 students in grades 6-8, Lake Highlands Middle 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 45% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lake Highlands Junior High serves the south part of Dallas, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families in the attendance zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles to its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Highlands Middle School's student population of 1,114 students has grown by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1960
School Calendar
School Motto
Every student, teacher, and leader will meet or exceed their academic growth goals.
School Rankings
Lake Highlands Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lake Highlands Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2762 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
29%
54%
Black
19%
13%
White
44%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Lake Highlands Middle School is ranked #2762 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Lake Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Lake Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Meadow Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Lake Highlands Middle School?
1,114 students attend Lake Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Lake Highlands Middle School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Highlands Middle School?
Lake Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Lake Highlands Middle School offer ?
Lake Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Lake Highlands Middle School part of?
Lake Highlands Middle School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Lake Highlands Middle School located?
Lake Highlands Middle School is located in the Lake Highlands neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 17 other public schools located in Lake Highlands.
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