HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Highlands Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Kennewick School District school district, located in KENNEWICK, WA with about 812 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 42 teachers, Highlands Middle 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.
Highlands Middle School is a public educational institution located in Kennewick, Washington, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Kennewick School District, the school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic growth and social-emotional development. The campus is designed to support middle-level learners during a pivotal stage of their education, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for the rigor of high school while encouraging exploration through various elective opportunities.
Beyond its core academic program, Highlands Middle School places a strong emphasis on community and student engagement. The school frequently promotes a culture of collaboration, urging students to participate in extracurricular activities, sports, and clubs to build leadership skills and school spirit. By prioritizing strong partnerships between staff, students, and families, Highlands seeks to create a supportive atmosphere where students feel empowered to succeed and contribute positively to their local community.
For more information, contact Highlands Middle School at (509) 222-6700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
KENNEWICK, WA 99336-4399
(509) 222-6700
HIGHLANDS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in KENNEWICK, WA with about 812 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Washington
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Kennewick School District
- Total Students:
- 812
- Teachers:
- 42.66
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 812 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 51.4%
- White
- 38.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.8%
- Black or African American
- 3.4%
- Asian
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Female
- 50.2%
- Male
- 49.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.