Serving 433 students in grades 5-8, Highlands Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Illinois state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (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 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Illinois state average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 433 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in IL
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Illinois for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Middle School's student population of 433 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
433 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,542 schools in Illinois (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Middle School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#316 out of 3542 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
30%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
16%
28%
Black
1%
17%
White
74%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
2%
27%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Highlands Middle School is ranked #316 out of 3,542 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Illinois.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% IL state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% IL state average).
How many students attend Highlands Middle School?
433 students attend Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Highlands Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Middle School?
Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Middle School offer ?
Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Highlands Middle School part of?
Highlands Middle School is part of Lagrange Highlands SD 106 School District.
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