Highlands serves 78 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highlands ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Highlands's student population of 78 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
78 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Highlands is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
31%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
34%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
12%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Highlands?
78 students attend Highlands.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Highlands students are Hispanic, 31% of students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highlands?
Highlands has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highlands offer ?
Highlands offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Highlands part of?
Highlands is part of Omak School District.
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