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#1218 of 1,750 schools in OK
Highland East Jhs
Middle School · MOORE
1200 Southeast Fourth Street, Moore, OK 73160
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
17.7:1
Score
5.5
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Oklahoma schools
#1,218 of 1,750
In Moore
#5 of 18
public schools
In district
#15 of 34
MOORE
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Highland East Jhs
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About Highland East Jhs
Highland East Jhs is a public middle school in Moore, OK, part of MOORE. Highland East Jhs serves approximately 743 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 17.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Highland East Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,218 of 1,750 schools in OK.
Structured state assessment records for Highland East Jhs show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- OK avg 5.7
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Highland East Jhs were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Highland East Jhs — Students at Highland East Jhs score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
41.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores OK OSTP (2024-25)
Based on 44 test records from OK 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: 6.0/10.
How Highland East Jhs Compares
See how Highland East Jhs 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
1200 Southeast Fourth Street, Moore, OK 73160
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Highland East Jhs may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. HIGHLAND WEST JHS (rated 5.1/10, 2.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CENTRAL JHS (rated 5.0/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Moore, see our Moore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APPLE CREEK ES Moore | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| MOORE HS Moore | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| HERITAGE TRAILS ES Moore | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| WINDING CREEK ES Moore | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| CENTRAL ES Moore | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTRAL JHS Moore | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BROADMOORE ES Moore | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| NORTHMOOR ES Moore | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUTHGATE-RIPPETOE ES Moore | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| PLAZA TOWERS ES Moore | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| TIMBER CREEK ES Moore | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| KELLEY ES Moore | 2.4 mi | 4.9 |
| BRYANT ES Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 4.8 |
| ST JOHNS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Moore | 2.6 mi | 5.5 |
| SANTA FE ES Moore | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| HIGHLAND WEST JHS Moore | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| CREATIVE KIDS LEARNING CENTER Oklahoma City | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| HOUCHIN ES Moore | 3.2 mi | 3.4 |
| SOUTHMOORE HS Moore | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| OAKRIDGE ES Moore | 3.1 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 73160 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,407
Median Home Value
$189,000
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
62,205
College Educated
27.7%
Homeownership
65.7%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Median Age
33.6
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|---|---|
| GUTHRIE JHS Guthrie, OK | 5.5 |
| JAMES L. CAPPS MS Warr Acres, OK | 5.5 |
| MONROE DEMONSTRATION MS Tulsa, OK | 5.5 |
| SOUTHRIDGE JHS Oklahoma City, OK | 5.5 |
| ADA JHS Ada, OK | 5.6 |
| ALTUS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Altus, OK | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Highland East Jhs
What grades does Highland East Jhs serve?
Highland East Jhs serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Highland East Jhs?
Highland East Jhs has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Highland East Jhs?
The student-teacher ratio at Highland East Jhs is 17.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Highland East Jhs rank in OK?
Highland East Jhs ranks #1,218 of 1,750 schools in OK.
What is Highland East Jhs's MySchoolScout rating?
Highland East Jhs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Highland East Jhs?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Highland East Jhs has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Highland East Jhs a charter school?
No, Highland East Jhs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Highland East Jhs a Title I school?
No, Highland East Jhs is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Highland East Jhs?
41.5% of students at Highland East Jhs 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 41.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cleveland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.6%
- Phone
- (405) 735-4580
Resources & Links
District
MOORE- District Enrollment
- 24,174
- Schools in District
- 34
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,662
- District Rank
- #15 of 34
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