Highland High School vs Highland Jr High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Arizona, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High School
Gilbert · Public high · Grades 8–12
2,992 students
Highland Jr High School
Mesa · Public middle · Grades 6–8
961 students
| Measure | Highland High School Gilbert, Arizona | Highland Jr High School Mesa, Arizona |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 25% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #50 of 286 | #40 of 203 |
| National rank | #3960 of 16,910 | #6413 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 8–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,992 | 961 |
| Enrollment | 2,992 | 961 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | – |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 52% |
| city | Gilbert | Mesa |
| state | Arizona | Arizona |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.4 vs 55.7).
- •Highland High School does better on math proficiency (78% vs 52%).
- •Highland High School does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 55%).
- •Highland Jr High School does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 21.7).
- •Highland High School is the larger school with 2,992 students compared with 961.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Highland High School better than Highland Jr High School?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High School ranks higher (67.4 vs 55.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Highland High School and Highland Jr High School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Gilbert and Mesa in Arizona.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High School: 2,992. Highland Jr High School: 961. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High School and Highland Jr High School rank in Arizona?
Highland High School is 50th of 286 and Highland Jr High School is 40th of 203 among high schools in Arizona on the 2025 Success Index (US).