Serving 770 students in grades 6-8, Highland Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Illinois state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Highland Middle School's student population of 770 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,426 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Middle School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#218 out of 3426 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)46%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
27%
Black
1%
17%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Middle School's ranking?
Highland Middle School is ranked #218 out of 3,426 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What schools are Highland Middle School often compared to?
Highland Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oak Grove Elementary School, Woodland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% IL state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highland Middle School?
770 students attend Highland Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Highland Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Middle School?
Highland Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Middle School offer ?
Highland Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Highland Middle School part of?
Highland Middle School is part of Libertyville SD 70 School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Summer School Open (Monday - Friday)
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
Summer School Open (Monday - Friday)
June 21, 2024 (Friday)
Summer School Open (Monday - Friday)
June 28, 2024 (Friday)
All D70 Schools Closed in July
July 01, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School 1-8th Grades
August 19, 2024 (Monday)
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