HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Highland High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Kern High school district, located in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,128 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 80 teachers, Highland High has a student/teacher ratio of about 26:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Highland High School, located in Bakersfield, California, is a prominent secondary institution serving the local community within the Kern High School District. Known as the home of the "Scots," the school emphasizes a blend of academic rigor, extracurricular involvement, and school spirit. It offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and the workforce, while maintaining a strong commitment to fostering a supportive environment that encourages personal growth and student achievement.
Beyond its academic offerings, Highland High is recognized for its active campus life, which includes a wide array of athletic programs, clubs, and performing arts opportunities. The school prides itself on its tradition and community connection, often serving as a hub for local events and student-led initiatives. By balancing traditional educational values with modern resources, Highland High strives to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped to contribute positively to their community upon graduation.
For more information, contact Highland High at (661) 872-2777 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Bakersfield, CA 93306-2819
(661) 872-2777
http://highland.kernhigh.org
HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bakersfield, CA with about 2,128 enrolled students. See other public high schools in California
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kern High
- Total Students:
- 2,128
- Teachers:
- 80.53
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,128 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Hispanic/Latino, representing about 70% of the student body.
- Hispanic/Latino
- 70.4%
- White
- 17.2%
- Black or African American
- 6.0%
- Asian
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 48.2%
- Male
- 51.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.