Average
#1849 of 3,778 schools in FL
Top 49% in state
Highlands Middle School
Middle School · DUVAL
10913 PINE ESTATES RD E, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
689
Student-Teacher
19.1:1
Score
6.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Florida schools
#1,849 of 3,778
In Jacksonville
#58 of 184
public schools
In district
#66 of 194
DUVAL
Academic growth
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Highlands Middle School
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About Highlands Middle School
Highlands Middle School is a public middle school in Jacksonville, FL, part of DUVAL. Highlands Middle School serves approximately 689 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 19.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,849 of 3,778 schools in FL.
Structured state assessment records for Highlands Middle School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- FL avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Highlands Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Highlands Middle School — Students at Highlands Middle School score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
67.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores FL FAST (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from FL state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.0/10.
How Highlands Middle School Compares
See how Highlands Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
10913 PINE ESTATES RD E, Jacksonville, FL 32218
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highlands Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BISCAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is VICTORY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SAN MATEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Jacksonville, see our Jacksonville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 32218 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,363
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Rent
$1,416/mo
Population
71,066
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
35.3
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| ABRAHAM LINCOLN MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville, FL | 6.3 |
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| GULF MIDDLE SCHOOL Cape Coral, FL | 6.3 |
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| SEBASTIAN RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Sebastian, FL | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highlands Middle School
What grades does Highlands Middle School serve?
Highlands Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Highlands Middle School?
Highlands Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 689 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Highlands Middle School is 19.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highlands Middle School rank in FL?
Highlands Middle School ranks #1,849 of 3,778 schools in FL.
What is Highlands Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Highlands Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Highlands Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highlands Middle School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Highlands Middle School a charter school?
No, Highlands Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highlands Middle School a Title I school?
No, Highlands Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highlands Middle School?
67.1% of students at Highlands Middle School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 689
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 67.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Duval County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.6%
- Phone
- (904) 696-8771
Resources & Links
District
DUVAL- District Enrollment
- 127,971
- Schools in District
- 208
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,578
- District Rank
- #66 of 194
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