HIGHLAND HIGH SCHOOL

Highland High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Highland County Public Schools school district, located in Monterey, VA with about 103 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 16 teachers, Highland High has a student/teacher ratio of about 6:1. 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 at 244 Myers/Moon Rd in Monterey, Virginia, serves as the primary secondary education institution for Highland County. As one of the smallest public high schools in Virginia, it is characterized by a close-knit, rural atmosphere that emphasizes personalized instruction and strong community connections. The school operates within a tight-knit mountain community, often acting as a central hub for local events and fostering a collaborative relationship between students, families, and staff.

Because of its intimate size, Highland High provides a unique educational environment where students benefit from small class sizes and significant individual attention from educators. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while navigating the logistical challenges of serving a sparsely populated, mountainous region. By maintaining a focus on academic core requirements and community-based extracurricular involvement, the school aims to prepare its graduates for success in higher education or the workforce despite the inherent constraints of its isolated, rural location.

For more information, contact Highland High at (540) 468-6320 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.