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Highland Middle School

Public | 6-8 | 836 students

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Posted September 21, 2012

I have 1 grandchild in this school and 2 previously, the school is amazing. All of the grandkids have loved it. My grandchild currently at Highland has learning disabilities but the teachers so far have been great. She commented if she had any other math teacher she wouldn't understand but her teacher makes it fun to learn. The office staff and counselors are wonderful to work with.


Posted March 15, 2010

its such an amazing school exalent teachers awesome staff love yall
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 15, 2009

I think Highland is a great school. The teachers push you to do ur best and never let you give up. They teach you what you need to know at ur own level and pace, but also make it fun and enjoyable.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 7, 2009

It was okay but the class clowns got no disapline, making it hard to concentrate. The teachers are cool ecspecialy Mrs.Dodd and Mrs.Danforth. It would help if they had better one on one sections with students.
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 9, 2009

Highland Middle School is an awesome school! I loved Mrs.Hanson and Mrs. Edgar is great. But alot of the Teachers have attitudes and if you ask them a question they act like your stupid. But overall some of them are great ! Mrs. Dodd and Mrs. Danforth are a hilarous and really made my years enjoable, they really cared about each indiviuale! I miss Highland very much and I will aways be a Hawk!
—Submitted by a student


Posted July 19, 2008

I am very happy with my son being in this school. He is challenged everyday. He came in a bored straight A student. He now pulls down all A's and one B... but he is challenged and happy. They seem to be very concerned with the overall welfare of all the students. The principle and other adminstrators are always a phone call or visit away.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 17, 2006

This is a very high quality school. The availability of programs is wonderful, the parents are great as well.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 8, 2005

This is the best school on the planet the teachers are amazing especialy the 8th grade teachers they are terrific, theyve helped me make my 8th grade year the best ever they're friendly,and funny and serious when needed. Most importantly they helped me get commended on my all my taks WOW never happened to me before untill now.
—Submitted by Phong Duong, a former student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

260 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
86%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

257 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
93%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
95%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

256 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
84%

2008

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 86% in 2011.

254 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
92%

2008

 
 
88%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 94% in 2011.

255 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
97%

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
92%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 73% in 2011.

283 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
94%

2010

 
 
95%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
89%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 85% in 2011.

282 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
98%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
98%
Science

The state average for Science was 79% in 2011.

279 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
91%

2010

 
 
91%

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
83%
Social Studies

The state average for Social Studies was 95% in 2011.

279 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
99%

2010

 
 
99%

2009

 
 
98%

2008

 
 
94%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students86%
Female90%
Male82%
Black or African American80%
Asian89%
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White89%
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantaged91%
Special education33%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students93%
Female93%
Male92%
Black or African American85%
Asian67%
Hispanic92%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White96%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special educationn/a
Not special education93%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant93%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students83%
Female86%
Male81%
Black or African American79%
Asian100%
Hispanic76%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White88%
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged88%
Special education42%
Not special education85%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English85%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students94%
Female94%
Male93%
Black or African American91%
Asian100%
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Native80%
White95%
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education70%
Not special education95%
Limited English proficient (LEP)50%
Proficient in English95%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Writing

All Students97%
Female98%
Male95%
Black or African American94%
Asian100%
Hispanic98%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White96%
Economically disadvantaged97%
Not economically disadvantaged97%
Special education73%
Not special education98%
Limited English proficient (LEP)88%
Proficient in English97%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant97%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students94%
Female96%
Male92%
Black or African American89%
Asiann/a
Hispanic93%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White95%
Economically disadvantaged89%
Not economically disadvantaged96%
Special education82%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)83%
Proficient in English94%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant94%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students99%
Female99%
Male99%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic99%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White99%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged99%
Special education90%
Not special education99%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students91%
Female91%
Male90%
Black or African American83%
Asiann/a
Hispanic86%
American Indian or Alaska Native100%
White95%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education25%
Not special education94%
Limited English proficient (LEP)67%
Proficient in English93%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant91%
Gifted/talented100%

Social Studies

All Students99%
Female99%
Male100%
Black or African American100%
Asiann/a
Hispanic99%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White99%
Economically disadvantaged98%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Special education92%
Not special education100%
Limited English proficient (LEP)100%
Proficient in English99%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant99%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 47% 34%
Hispanic 37% 48%
Black 12% 14%
Asian/Pacific Islander 3% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 8%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 5%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 3%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 32%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 16N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 11%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 16%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 27%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 34%N/A23%
21 or more years 13%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1001 E Bailey Boswell Rd
Fort Worth, TX 76131
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Phone: (817) 847-5143

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