Serving 149 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is approximately equal to the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in IA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 149 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#566 out of 1223 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
70%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
12%
14%
White
85%
70%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #566 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mid-prairie High School, Washington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 90%, which is equal to the Iowa state average of 90%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
149 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Highland High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland Comm School District.
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