At a glance
Reported students
2,972
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
201.74
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Texas high enrollment
96th percentile
Compared with 1,941 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
574
Lake Highlands H S: 2,972 reported students.
State peer staffing position
58th percentile
14.7:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. 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
- 2,831
- Teachers (FTE)
- 196.65
- Student–teacher ratio
- 14.4:1
What the reported data says about Lake Highlands H S
Lake Highlands H S is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Dallas. It is one of 51 current school records connected to Richardson ISD. NCES reports 2,972 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,941 high schools in Texas with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 431 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 96th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.7:1, close to the Texas median of 13.9:1 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 Hispanic or Latino (33%) and White (29.9%). English learners represent 20% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 10.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, gifted and talented programming, computer science. The school reported 23 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Lake Highlands H S
- 1How do the reported 14.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 201.74 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 9 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 20%
- Students with disabilities
- 10.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 50.8%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 9
- Nurses (FTE)
- 4
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- 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
- White29.9%
- Hispanic33%
- Black27.1%
- Asian7.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial2.2%
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
23 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
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 Richardson ISD
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Richardson H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,669 reported students
Berkner H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,350 reported students
Pearce H S
High · Grades 09–12
2,317 reported students
Forest Meadow Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,211 reported students
Lake Highlands Middle
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,114 reported students
White Rock El
Elementary · Grades PK–05
868 reported students
Public schools near Lake Highlands H S
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmett J Conrad H S High · Dallas ISD | 09–12 | 1,321 | 1.6 mi |
| Texans Can Academy - Dallas North High · Charter · Texans Can Academies | 09–12 | 217 | 1.9 mi |
| Hillcrest H S High · Dallas ISD | 09–12 | 1,572 | 3.4 mi |
| Evolution Academy Charter School High · Charter · Evolution Academy Charter School | 09–12 | 233 | 3.5 mi |
| Berkner H S High · Richardson ISD | 09–12 | 2,350 | 4 mi |
| Bryan Adams H S Leadership Academy High · Dallas ISD | 09–12 | 2,208 | 5 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Lake Highlands H S
What grades does Lake Highlands H S serve?
Lake Highlands H S reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Richardson ISD.
How many students attend Lake Highlands H S?
Lake Highlands H S reported 2,972 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 96th percentile among 1,941 Texas high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 2,831 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Lake Highlands H S?
The calculated ratio is 14.7:1, based on 2,972 students and 201.74 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Texas median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Lake Highlands H S a public, charter, or magnet school?
Lake Highlands H S is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Richardson ISD attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Lake Highlands H S students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
50.8% 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 Lake Highlands H S in?
Lake Highlands H S is part of Richardson ISD, based in Richardson, TX, which operates 51 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Lake Highlands H S?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Emmett J Conrad H S (1.6 mi), Texans Can Academy - Dallas North (1.9 mi), Hillcrest H S (3.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.