Highlands High School vs Highlands Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Kentucky, United States, 75 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands High School
Fort Thomas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,019 students
Highlands Middle School
Fort Thomas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
717 students
| Measure | Highlands High School Fort Thomas, Kentucky | Highlands Middle School Fort Thomas, Kentucky |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 10% | 84 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3 of 214 | #2 of 217 |
| National rank | #1429 of 16,910 | #858 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,019 | 717 |
| Enrollment | 1,019 | 717 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.7% | 10.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 68% |
| city | Fort Thomas | Fort Thomas |
| state | Kentucky | Kentucky |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highlands Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.2 vs 79.0).
- •Highlands High School does better on math proficiency (71% vs 68%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 76%).
- •Highlands High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.7% vs 10.9%).
- •Highlands Middle School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.6).
- •Highlands High School is the larger school with 1,019 students compared with 717.
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 Highlands High School better than Highlands Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Highlands Middle School ranks higher (84.2 vs 79.0 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 Highlands High School and Highlands Middle School?
About 75 m in a straight line, between Fort Thomas and Fort Thomas in Kentucky.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands High School: 1,019. Highlands Middle School: 717. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands High School and Highlands Middle School rank in Kentucky?
Highlands High School is 3rd of 214 and Highlands Middle School is 2nd of 217 among high schools in Kentucky on the 2025 Success Index (US).