Serving 701 students in grades 9-12, Highlands Sr. High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 701 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 75-79% (Btm 50% in PA)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Highlands Sr. High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highlands Sr. High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Highlands Sr. High School is ranked #1011 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highlands Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Highlands Sr. High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Highlands Sr. High School?
701 students attend Highlands Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Highlands Sr. High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highlands Sr. High School?
Highlands Sr. High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Highlands Sr. High School offer ?
Highlands Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highlands Sr. High School part of?
In what neighborhood is Highlands Sr. High School located?
Highlands Sr. High School is located in the West Natrona neighborhood of Natrona Heights, PA. There are 1 other public schools located in West Natrona.
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The nearest high school to Highlands Sr. High School is Burrell High School (3.4 miles away)
I have two kids at the high school. Both are happy with the staff and students at the school. Both are getting an excellent education, and I feel will be ready for any college program they enroll in. Courses, scheduling and extra-curricular activities are outstanding. I love Highlands..
- Posted by Parent - SILVIA
210/31/2011
This school will pass a child on the minimalist of knowledge just to get him through and not deal with him. My child is currently being read a story about how to be a great criminal. The bullying situation is out of control, and certain kids are "targeted" as behavior problems and never even have a chance.
- Posted by Parent - hhspa
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 701 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Minority Enrollment: 22%
Graduation Rate
: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 50%
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 60-64% (Top 50%)
Science Proficiency
: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
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