HIGHLAND JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL

Highland Junior High School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Highland School District school district, located in Cowiche, WA with about 197 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 10 teachers, Highland Junior High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. 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 Junior High School, located at 17000 Summitview in Cowiche, Washington, serves as a vital educational hub for the Highland School District. Situated in a rural, close-knit community in the Yakima Valley, the school focuses on bridging the transition between elementary education and high school, providing students with a structured environment that emphasizes academic growth, personal responsibility, and social-emotional development.

The school is known for fostering a supportive atmosphere where faculty and staff prioritize student success and community engagement. By offering a curriculum that balances core academic subjects with elective opportunities, Highland Junior High aims to prepare its students for the rigors of high school while encouraging them to explore their individual interests and talents. As a central part of the Cowiche area, the school remains committed to providing a high-quality learning experience that reflects the values and needs of the local community.

For more information, contact Highland Junior High School at (509) 678-7268 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.