School Overview
Highland High School, located in the Hudson Valley town of Highland, New York, serves as the singular secondary school for the Highland Central School District. The school provides a comprehensive educational environment focused on preparing students for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous academics, extracurricular involvement, and community engagement. As part of a close-knit district, the high school emphasizes a supportive culture that aims to balance traditional classroom instruction with modern learning initiatives, ensuring students have access to the resources necessary to meet state educational standards.

Beyond its core curriculum, Highland High School offers a variety of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and clubs designed to foster student development outside of the classroom. The school’s proximity to the mid-Hudson region allows it to leverage local resources and community partnerships to enrich the student experience. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and social-emotional growth, the school strives to cultivate responsible, well-rounded citizens who are prepared for the challenges of college and the workforce.
512
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White334
Hispanic97
Black42
Asian24
Two or More14
  • White
    334 (65.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    97 (19.0 %)
  • Black
    42 (8.2 %)
  • Asian
    24 (4.7 %)
  • Two or More
    14 (2.7 %)
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: HIGHLAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (845)691-1020
Website: http://www.highland-k12.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 512
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 176
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Grade 9 134
Grade 10 130
Grade 11 121
Grade 12 122
Ungraded 5

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9134
Grade 10130
Grade 11121
Grade 12122
Ungraded5
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24748.2%
Male26451.6%
Not Specified10.2%