For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,072 students in Highland, IN (there are 7 private schools, serving 884 private students). 78% of all K-12 students in Highland, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
The top ranked public schools in Highland, IN are Southridge Elementary School, Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School and Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, IN public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Indiana public school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 41% statewide average). Schools in Highland have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Indiana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public school average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Schools in Highland, IN (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Southridge Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9221 Johnston St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5650
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5650
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #22.
Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8220 Fifth St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 923-2428
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 923-2428
Grades: PK-5
| 390 students
Rank: #33.
Highland High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9135 Erie St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5610
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5610
Grades: 9-12
| 1,021 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Allen J Warren Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2901 100th St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5660
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5660
Grades: K-5
| 292 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Mildred Merkley Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9340 Fifth St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5640
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5640
Grades: K-5
| 268 students
Rank: #66.
Highland Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2941 41st St
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5620
Highland, IN 46322
(219) 922-5620
Grades: 6-8
| 689 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Highland, IN?
The top ranked public schools in Highland, IN include Southridge Elementary School, Judith Morton Johnston Elementary School and Highland High School.
How many public schools are located in Highland, IN?
6 public schools are located in Highland, IN.
What percentage of students in Highland, IN go to public school?
78% of all K-12 students in Highland, IN are educated in public schools (compared to the IN state average of 89%).
What is the racial composition of students in Highland, IN?
Highland, IN public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Indiana public schools average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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