For the 2024 school year, there is 1 public school serving 360 students in Highlands, NC.
The top ranked public school in Highlands, NC is Highlands School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highlands, NC public school have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the North Carolina public school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in Highlands have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of North Carolina public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public school average of 55% (majority Black).
Best Public Schools in Highlands, NC (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Highlands School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
545 Pierson Dr
Highlands, NC 28741
(828) 526-2147
Highlands, NC 28741
(828) 526-2147
Grades: K-12
| 360 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Highlands, NC?
The top ranked public schools in Highlands, NC include Highlands School.
How many public schools are located in Highlands, NC?
1 public schools are located in Highlands, NC.
What is the racial composition of students in Highlands, NC?
Highlands, NC public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the North Carolina public schools average of 55% (majority Black).
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