Highland High School is an accredited comprehensive public high school located in the town of Highland, Arkansas, United States, located south of Hardy. The school provides secondary education for students in grades 8 through 12.
Serving 515 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Arkansas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Arkansas state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 42% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in AR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Arkansas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 989 schools in Arkansas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#500 out of 989 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
n/a
19%
White
94%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebel
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #500 out of 989 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Arkansas.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cave City High Career & Collegiate Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% AR state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% AR state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 95%, which is higher than the Arkansas state average of 88%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
515 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Highland High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Arkansas state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland School District.
School Reviews
5 9/16/2010
We have great teachers, band and chior programs, a wide variety of clubs to join, and football, basketball, baseball, and golf. We get awards for virtually anything we do very well at like haveing a 3.5 GPA or doing well in a certain area of acedemics. The school building is somewhat older, however has been built onto in various areas in recent years. Parent involvement at Highland is common with many parents helping with chaperoning, clubs, sports, concession stands, etc.
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