School Overview
Highlands Middle School, located in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational institution within the Highlands School District. Operating under the district’s "Golden Rams" branding, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, preparing students for the transition to Highlands High School. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of middle-grade learners, emphasizing both core subjects and a variety of extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills.

In addition to its focus on classroom achievement, the school maintains a strong connection to the surrounding community. By leveraging its website, www.goldenrams.com, the administration provides families with essential resources, including district news, athletic schedules, and academic calendars. The school prioritizes a supportive culture that values inclusivity and school spirit, aiming to create a positive, engaging atmosphere where students feel empowered to succeed both academically and socially during their formative middle school years.
652
Total Students
56.1
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highlands MS
Demographic Student Count
White478
Hispanic22
Black50
Asian8
Two or More90
American Indian4
  • White
    478 (73.3 %)
  • Two or More
    90 (13.8 %)
  • Black
    50 (7.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    22 (3.4 %)
  • Asian
    8 (1.2 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Highlands SD
Phone: (724)226-0600
Website: http://www.goldenrams.com
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 652
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 160
Grade 6 144
Grade 7 175
Grade 8 173

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Highlands MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 5160
Grade 6144
Grade 7175
Grade 8173
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Highlands MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32650%
Male32650%