Highland High School

highlandhigh.gilbertschools.net/

3,174 Students

High School 8th - 12th

School Overview

Highland High School, located in Gilbert, Arizona, is a prominent secondary institution within the Gilbert Public Schools district. Known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to student development, the school serves a diverse student body by providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes rigorous Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-enrollment opportunities, and a variety of elective programs. The school places a heavy emphasis on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond academics, Highland High School is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular culture. The "Highland Hawks" are highly competitive in Arizona interscholastic athletics and boast a storied tradition in sports such as football, soccer, and track. Additionally, the school fosters a vibrant campus life through numerous student-led clubs, performing arts programs, and leadership organizations. By balancing high academic standards with a wide array of student interests, Highland High School strives to create a well-rounded educational environment that promotes both individual achievement and community involvement.

3,174

Total Students

130.2

Full-Time Teachers

24.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highland High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	2,192
Hispanic	618
Black	62
Asian	105
Two or More	148
American Indian	27
Pacific Islander	22

White
2,192 (69.1 %)
Hispanic
618 (19.5 %)
Two or More
148 (4.7 %)
Asian
105 (3.3 %)
Black
62 (2.0 %)
American Indian
27 (0.9 %)
Pacific Islander
22 (0.7 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Gilbert Unified District (4239)
Phone:	(480)813-0051
Website:	http://highlandhigh.gilbertschools.net/
Grade Range:	8th - 12th
Total Students:	3,174
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	130.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	24.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 749

Grade 10 837

Grade 11 810

Grade 12 778