Highlands MS
652 Students
Middle School 5th - 8th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 478 |
| Hispanic | 22 |
| Black | 50 |
| Asian | 8 |
| Two or More | 90 |
| American Indian | 4 |
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White478 (73.3 %)
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Two or More90 (13.8 %)
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Black50 (7.7 %)
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Hispanic22 (3.4 %)
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Asian8 (1.2 %)
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American Indian4 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 160 |
| Grade 6 | 144 |
| Grade 7 | 175 |
| Grade 8 | 173 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 326 | 50% |
| Male | 326 | 50% |
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