At a glance
Reported students
1,456
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
65.73
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
22.2:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Idaho high enrollment
94th percentile
Compared with 217 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
421
Highland High School: 1,456 reported students.
State peer staffing position
88th percentile
22.2:1 reported; state peer median 15.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,536
- Teachers (FTE)
- 75
- Student–teacher ratio
- 20.5:1
What the reported data says about Highland High School
Highland High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Pocatello. It is one of 23 current school records connected to Pocatello District. NCES reports 1,456 students for 2024–25.
Among 217 high schools in Idaho with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 206 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 94th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 22.2:1, above the Idaho median of 15.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (78%) and Hispanic or Latino (10.6%). English learners represent 1% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 11.1%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 13 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Highland High School
- 1How do the reported 22.2:1 student–teacher ratio and 65.73 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1%
- Students with disabilities
- 11.1%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 28.8%
- Lunch program
- Not reported
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White78%
- Hispanic10.6%
- Black0.5%
- Asian1.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native4.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1%
- Multiracial4.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
13 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Pocatello District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Pocatello High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,281 reported students
Century High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,068 reported students
New Horizon High School
High · Grades 09–12
119 reported students
Portneuf Valley Technical and Career Center
High · Grades 09–12
0 reported students
Franklin Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
718 reported students
Irving Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
702 reported students
Public schools near Highland High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gate City Elementary School Elementary · Pocatello District | KG–05 | 425 | 0.7 mi |
| Edahow Elementary School Elementary · Pocatello District | KG–05 | 258 | 0.7 mi |
| Portneuf Valley Technical and Career Center High · Pocatello District | 09–12 | 0 | 2.4 mi |
| New Horizon High School High · Pocatello District | 09–12 | 119 | 2.6 mi |
| Pocatello High School High · Pocatello District | 09–12 | 1,281 | 3.5 mi |
| Century High School High · Pocatello District | 09–12 | 1,068 | 7.5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Highland High School
What grades does Highland High School serve?
Highland High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Pocatello District.
How many students attend Highland High School?
Highland High School reported 1,456 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 94th percentile among 217 Idaho high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,536 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Highland High School?
The calculated ratio is 22.2:1, based on 1,456 students and 65.73 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Idaho median for the same school level is 15.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Highland High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Highland High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Pocatello District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Highland High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
28.8% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Highland High School in?
Highland High School is part of Pocatello District, based in Pocatello, ID, which operates 23 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Highland High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Gate City Elementary School (0.7 mi), Edahow Elementary School (0.7 mi), Portneuf Valley Technical and Career Center (2.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.