Highlands serves 57 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
57 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highlands is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
30%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
37%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
49%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 12/29/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highlands?
57 students attend Highlands.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Highlands students are Hispanic, 30% of students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, and 13% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands?
Highlands has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highlands offer ?
Highlands offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Highlands part of?
Highlands is part of Omak School District.
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