Serving 96 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Highland Pines School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Pines School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Pines School's student population of 96 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
96 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A commitment to serve...a promise to educate
School Rankings
Highland Pines School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Pines School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#981 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Pines School's ranking?
Highland Pines School is ranked #981 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Pines School?
The graduation rate of Highland Pines School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Highland Pines School?
96 students attend Highland Pines School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Highland Pines School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Pines School?
Highland Pines School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Highland Pines School offer ?
Highland Pines School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Pines School part of?
Highland Pines School is part of Tuscola Independent School District.
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