HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Highland Middle School is a public middle school that is part of the Highland CUSD 5 school district, located in Highland, IL with about 638 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, Highland Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 Middle School, located at 400 Broadway in Highland, Illinois, serves as a central pillar of the Highland Community Unit School District 5. As a middle school, it is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and high school, fostering an environment that encourages both academic rigor and social-emotional growth for students in the middle grades. The school is committed to providing a well-rounded education that prepares young adolescents for the challenges of secondary school by balancing core curriculum subjects with elective opportunities.

Beyond the classroom, the school emphasizes a sense of community and school spirit, typical of the close-knit Highland area. It offers various extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports programs that allow students to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and build lasting friendships. By maintaining a focus on collaborative learning and supportive faculty-student relationships, Highland Middle School strives to cultivate a positive, inclusive atmosphere where each student is empowered to succeed academically and personally.

For more information, contact Highland Middle School at (618) 651-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.