HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL
HIGHLAND PARK H S is a public high school that is part of the HIGHLAND PARK ISD school district, located in DALLAS, TX with about 2,180 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 149 teachers, HIGHLAND PARK H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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 Park High School (HPHS), located in the affluent Park Cities enclave of Dallas, Texas, is widely recognized as one of the most prestigious public secondary schools in the state. Serving the Highland Park Independent School District, the school consistently earns top-tier rankings for its rigorous academic curriculum, which features an extensive array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a high rate of college matriculation. Its reputation is built on a tradition of academic excellence, with a student body that frequently achieves top honors in national standardized testing and competitive academic programs.
Beyond its academic rigor, Highland Park High School is famous for its vibrant campus culture and highly successful athletic programs. The school’s "Scots" mascot is synonymous with a strong sense of community pride, particularly regarding its football program, which has historically been among the most successful in Texas. With a campus that balances deep-rooted traditions with modern resources, HPHS provides its students with a comprehensive educational experience, supported by high levels of parental involvement and a community dedicated to maintaining the school’s status as a leader in public education.
For more information, contact HIGHLAND PARK H S at (214) 780-3700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
DALLAS, TX 75205-1099
(214) 780-3700
HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in DALLAS, TX with about 2,180 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- HIGHLAND PARK ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,180
- Teachers:
- 149.46
- NSLP Status:1
- No
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I 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 2,180 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending HIGHLAND PARK HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.
- White
- 86.3%
- Asian
- 6.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 5.1%
- Two or more races
- 1.1%
- Black or African American
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.