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Highlands Middle School

425 South Tweedt Street, Kennewick, WA 99336, United States
+1 (509) 222-6700
1.7
Overall Rating

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Highlands Middle School Overview

About This School

Highlands Middle School is a public middle in Kennewick, Washington, serving 745 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 31% proficiency in ELA and 19% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 42 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $89,227. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 248 students per counselor. Students at Highlands Middle School are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 60% Hispanic, 34% White, 4% Two or More Races, 1% Asian, and 1% Black.

745
Total Students
Grade 6-8
17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
42 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts31%
Mathematics0%
Science19%

School Information

School Type
public
Grade Levels
Grade 6-8
County
Benton County
Students per Counselor
248:1

Highlands Middle School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

31%
English Language Arts
City Avg: 47%State Avg: 52%
N/A
Mathematics
19%
Science
City Avg: 40%State Avg: 49%

Class Information

17:1
Student-Teacher Ratio
City Avg: 17.3:1
State Avg: 19:1
248
Students per Counselor

Highlands Middle School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers
42

Average Teacher Salary

$89,227
City Avg: $88,839
State Avg: $93,190

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Students per Counselor248:1

Highlands Middle School Student Demographics

Student Body

51.01%
Male
48.86%
Female
Total Enrollment: 745 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White33.56%
Hispanic59.73%
Asian0.94%
Black1.21%
Two or More Races3.89%
Native American0%

Highlands Middle School Reviews

Frequently Asked Questions About Highlands Middle School

Q: What is Highlands Middle School?

A: Highlands Middle School is a middle public located in Kennewick.

Q: How many students attend Highlands Middle School?

A: Highlands Middle School has approximately 745 students enrolled.

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

A: The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School is 17:1.

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Detailed Information about Highlands Middle School

Highlands Middle School is a public middle in Kennewick, Washington, serving 745 students in grades Grade 6-8. Academic results show that students demonstrate 31% proficiency in ELA and 19% proficiency in science. The school maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1 with 42 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $89,227. Additionally, the school provides support through a ratio of 248 students per counselor. Students at Highlands Middle School are 51% male and 49% female. The student body is 60% Hispanic, 34% White, 4% Two or More Races, 1% Asian, and 1% Black.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: . See methodology →
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About Highlands Middle School - Kennewick, WA

Quick Facts about Highlands Middle School
School NameHighlands Middle School
School Typepublic
Grade LevelsGrade 6-8
Location425 South Tweedt Street, Kennewick, WA 99336, Kennewick, WA
CountyBenton County
Phone+1 (509) 222-6700
Total Students745
Student-Teacher Ratio17:1
Full-Time Teachers42
Rating1.7/10
ELA Proficiency31%
Math Proficiency%
Science Proficiency19%

Frequently Asked Questions about Highlands Middle School

What is Highlands Middle School?

Highlands Middle School is a middle public located in Kennewick.

How many students attend Highlands Middle School?

Highlands Middle School has approximately 745 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School is 17:1.

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