Serving 412 students in grades 5-6, Highlands School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Highlands School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Highlands School?
412 students attend Highlands School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Highlands School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands School?
Highlands School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands School offer ?
Highlands School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
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