School Overview
Highlands Middle School, located in Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, serves as a key educational institution within the Highlands School District. Operating under the district’s "Golden Rams" branding, the school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with personal growth, preparing students for the transition to Highlands High School. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of middle-grade learners, emphasizing both core subjects and a variety of extracurricular opportunities that encourage students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills.

In addition to its focus on classroom achievement, the school maintains a strong connection to the surrounding community. By leveraging its website, www.goldenrams.com, the administration provides families with essential resources, including district news, athletic schedules, and academic calendars. The school prioritizes a supportive culture that values inclusivity and school spirit, aiming to create a positive, engaging atmosphere where students feel empowered to succeed both academically and socially during their formative middle school years.
575
Total Students
59.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Highlands MS
Demographic Student Count
White417
Hispanic20
Black53
Asian9
Two or More72
American Indian4
  • White
    417 (72.5%)
  • Two or More
    72 (12.5%)
  • Black
    53 (9.2%)
  • Hispanic
    20 (3.5%)
  • Asian
    9 (1.6%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.7%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Highlands SD
Phone: (724)226-0600
Website: http://www.goldenrams.com
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 575
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 5 162
Grade 6 131
Grade 7 150
Grade 8 132

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Highlands MS
Grade Student Count
Grade 5162
Grade 6131
Grade 7150
Grade 8132
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Highlands MS
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27347.5%
Male30252.5%