Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Highlands School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Highlands School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highlands School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#623 out of 2617 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
29%
20%
Black
n/a
25%
White
70%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highlands School's ranking?
Highlands School is ranked #623 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Highlands School often compared to?
Highlands Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summit Charter, Blue Ridge School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highlands School?
The graduation rate of Highlands School is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Highlands School?
332 students attend Highlands School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Highlands School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands School?
Highlands School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Highlands School offer ?
Highlands School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands School part of?
Highlands School is part of Macon County Schools School District.
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