HIGHLANDS HIGH SCHOOL

Highlands High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Fort Thomas Independent school district, located in Fort Thomas, KY with about 1,016 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 55 teachers, Highlands High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Highlands High School, located in the residential community of Fort Thomas, Kentucky, is widely recognized as a premier academic institution in the Greater Cincinnati area. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school has built a long-standing reputation for excellence, consistently ranking among the top public high schools in the state. Its curriculum is characterized by a strong emphasis on college and career readiness, offering a broad range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and rigorous core subjects that prepare students for competitive post-secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, Highlands is famously defined by its robust school spirit and comprehensive extracurricular programs. The school is particularly renowned for its highly successful athletic department—most notably its championship-caliber football program—as well as its strong performing arts, student government, and various service-oriented clubs. The close-knit nature of the Fort Thomas community plays a significant role in the school’s culture, fostering a supportive environment where faculty, parents, and students collaborate to maintain high standards of both academic achievement and civic engagement.

For more information, contact Highlands High School at (859) 781-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.