For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 594 students in Highland, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Highland, NY is Highland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highland, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Highland have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Highland, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highland High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Highland, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Highland High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
320 Pancake Hollow Rd
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1020
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-1020
Gr: 9-12 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Highland Residential Center
Alternative School
629 N Chodikee Lake Rd
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-6006
Highland, NY 12528
(845) 691-6006
Gr: 7-12 | 69 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Highland, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Highland, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Highland, NY include Highland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Highland?
2 public high schools are located in Highland.
What is the racial composition of students in Highland?
Highland public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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