Highlands High School

Highlands High School, located in the residential community of Fort Thomas, Kentucky, is widely recognized as a premier academic institution in the Greater Cincinnati area. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school has built a long-standing reputation for excellence, consistently ranking among the top public high schools in the state. Its curriculum is characterized by a strong emphasis on college and career readiness, offering a broad range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and rigorous core subjects that prepare students for competitive post-secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, Highlands is famously defined by its robust school spirit and comprehensive extracurricular programs. The school is particularly renowned for its highly successful athletic department—most notably its championship-caliber football program—as well as its strong performing arts, student government, and various service-oriented clubs. The close-knit nature of the Fort Thomas community plays a significant role in the school’s culture, fostering a supportive environment where faculty, parents, and students collaborate to maintain high standards of both academic achievement and civic engagement.