Serving 744 students in grades 6-8, Highlander Way Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 744 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Highlander Way Middle School's student population of 744 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
744 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlander Way Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlander Way Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1207 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlander Way Middle School's ranking?
Highlander Way Middle School is ranked #1207 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Highlander Way Middle School often compared to?
Highlander Way Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Parker Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Highlander Way Middle School?
744 students attend Highlander Way Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highlander Way Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlander Way Middle School?
Highlander Way Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlander Way Middle School offer ?
Highlander Way Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Highlander Way Middle School part of?
Highlander Way Middle School is part of Howell School District.
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