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Highlands School

545 Pierson Dr, Highlands, NC 28741, United States

+1 (828) 526-2147

http://www.macon.k12.nc.us/highlands/

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Highlands School Overview

About This School

Highlands School is a public high in Highlands, North Carolina, serving 344 students in grades K-12. The school maintains a 12:1 student-teacher ratio with 27 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $48,303. One counselor is available to support the student body. Students are 53% male and 47% female. The demographic makeup of the school is 67% White, 31% Hispanic, and 1% identifying as two or more races.

344

Total Students

K-12

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

27 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

K-12

County

Macon County

Students per Counselor

344:1

Highlands School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 12:1

State Avg: 15.7:1

344

Students per Counselor

Highlands School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$48,303

City Avg: $48,303

State Avg: $46,507

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio12:1

Students per Counselor344:1

Highlands School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.2%

Male

46.8%

Female

Total Enrollment: 344 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White66.86%

Hispanic31.1%

Asian0.29%

Black0.29%

Two or More Races1.16%

Native American0.29%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Highlands School

Q: What is Highlands School?

A: Highlands School is a high public located in Highlands.

Q: How many students attend Highlands School?

A: Highlands School has approximately 344 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Highlands School is 12:1.

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Detailed Information about Highlands School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Highlands School - Highlands, NC

Quick Facts about Highlands School
School Name	Highlands School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	K-12
Location	545 Pierson Dr, Highlands, NC 28741, Highlands, NC
County	Macon County
Phone	+1 (828) 526-2147
Total Students	344
Student-Teacher Ratio	12:1
Full-Time Teachers	27
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands School

What is Highlands School?

Highlands School is a high public located in Highlands.

How many students attend Highlands School?

Highlands School has approximately 344 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands School?

The student-teacher ratio at Highlands School is 12:1.

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