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Highlands Academy
Middle School · Konocti Unified
PO Box 309, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
2nd – 8th
Enrollment
17
Student-Teacher
17:1
Grades
2nd – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Highlands Academy
Middle School in Lower Lake · grades 2nd – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Richard H. Lewis Alternative
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About Highlands Academy
Highlands Academy is a public middle school in Lower Lake, CA, part of Konocti Unified. Highlands Academy serves approximately 17 students, and covers grades 2nd-8th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Academy show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 17 students, Highlands Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Address
- PO Box 309, Lower Lake, CA 95457
- Website
- konoctiusd.org
- Phone
- (707) 994-1033
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 20 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 309, Lower Lake, CA 95457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Middletown Middle (rated 5.7/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Middletown). Another option is Richard H. Lewis Alternative (rated 5.6/10). Additionally, MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 5.1/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Middletown). For more schools in Lower Lake, see our Lower Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Richard H. Lewis Alternative Lower Lake | 0.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Carle (William C.) High (Continuation) Lower Lake | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| Lower Lake High Lower Lake | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Lower Lake Elementary Lower Lake | 0.3 mi | 3.0 |
| Blue Heron Lower Lake | 1.5 mi | — |
| Clearlake Creativity Clearlake | 1.7 mi | — |
| Wellspring Academy Lower Lake | 2.5 mi | — |
| Clearlake SDA Christian Clearlake | 3.2 mi | — |
| Burns Valley Clearlake | 3.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Zemorah Christian Academy Lower Lake | 4.5 mi | — |
| Pomo Clearlake | 4.6 mi | 2.2 |
| Riviera Elementary Kelseyville | 6.3 mi | 3.4 |
| Coyote Valley Elementary Middletown | 8.5 mi | 5.0 |
| East Lake Clearlake Oaks | 8.7 mi | 2.9 |
| Cobb Mountain Elementary Middletown | 8.5 mi | 2.9 |
| MIDDLETOWN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Middletown | 10.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Minnie Cannon Elementary Middletown | 10.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Middletown Middle Middletown | 10.9 mi | 5.7 |
| California Connections Academy North Bay Ripon | 10.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Loconoma Valley High Middletown | 10.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 95457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,266
Median Home Value
$414,100
Median Rent
$1,078/mo
Population
3,036
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
76.3%
Poverty Rate
19.9%
Median Age
56.7
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Red Bluff, CA | — |
| BIG SPRINGS CENTER & SCHOOL Temecula, CA | — |
| CA KIDS LEARNING ACADEMY Santa Clarita, CA | — |
| CHRONOS ACADEMY San Anselmo, CA | — |
| Fort Sage Middle Herlong, CA | — |
| Learners Empowered Academic Progress (LEAP) Angels Camp, CA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Academy
What grades does Highlands Academy serve?
Highlands Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 8th.
How many students attend Highlands Academy?
Highlands Academy has an enrollment of approximately 17 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Academy is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Highlands Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Academy has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands Academy a charter school?
No, Highlands Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Academy a Title I school?
No, Highlands Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Academy?
70.6% of students at Highlands Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 8th
- Enrollment
- 17
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.6%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (707) 994-1033
Resources & Links
District
Konocti Unified- District Enrollment
- 3,874
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,180
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