Serving 732 students in grades 6-8, Highlands Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Kentucky for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Kentucky state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Kentucky state average of 27% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 732 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in KY
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Highlands Middle School's student population of 732 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
732 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,267 schools in Kentucky (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Middle School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.45. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#33 out of 1267 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
22%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
11%
White
90%
73%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), KY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands Middle School's ranking?
Highlands Middle School is ranked #33 out of 1,267 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Kentucky.
What schools are Highlands Middle School often compared to?
Highlands Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Campbell County Middle School, Highlands High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% KY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% KY state average).
How many students attend Highlands Middle School?
732 students attend Highlands Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Highlands Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Middle School?
Highlands Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Kentucky state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highlands Middle School offer ?
Highlands Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Middle School part of?
Highlands Middle School is part of Fort Thomas Independent School District.
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