Serving 2,260 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,260 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland Park High School's student population of 2,260 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 145 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
145 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Park High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 8079 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
7%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
82%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Park High School's ranking?
Highland Park High School is ranked #18 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Highland Park High School?
2,260 students attend Highland Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highland Park High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park High School?
Highland Park High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Highland Park High School offer ?
Highland Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park High School part of?
Highland Park High School is part of Highland Park ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Highland Park High School located?
Highland Park High School is located in the Park Cities neighborhood of Dallas, TX. There are 7 other public schools located in Park Cities.
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