Serving 2,177 students in grades 9-12, Highland Park High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Highland Park High School's student population of 2,177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highland Park High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 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
#127 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
6%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
82%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
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 #127 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90%.
How many students attend Highland Park High School?
2,177 students attend Highland Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highland Park High School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% 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 15:1, 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 Independent 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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