Highland High School is a public high school located in Cowiche, Washington. It is the only high school in the Highland School District. The school serves 348 students in grades 9–12. 62% of the students are Hispanic, while 36% are White, 1% are American Indian and 1% are two or more races.
Serving 364 students in grades 9-12, Highland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 364 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highland High School's student population of 364 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
364 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Highland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#917 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
77%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
20%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
1%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland High School's ranking?
Highland High School is ranked #917 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Highland High School often compared to?
Highland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley High School, Eisenhower High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland High School?
The graduation rate of Highland High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Highland High School?
364 students attend Highland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Highland High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland High School?
Highland High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highland High School offer ?
Highland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland High School part of?
Highland High School is part of Highland School District.
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