Highland Pines School
96 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Highland Pines School, located in Caro, Michigan, is a specialized educational facility operated under the jurisdiction of the Tuscola Intermediate School District (TISD). The school is dedicated to providing comprehensive educational and therapeutic services to students with a wide range of moderate to severe cognitive and physical disabilities. By creating a structured and supportive environment, Highland Pines focuses on enhancing students' functional life skills, communication abilities, and social development, ensuring that each individual receives personalized attention tailored to their specific needs.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Highland Pines serves as a vital resource for the local community by fostering an inclusive atmosphere that prioritizes student independence and well-being. The school benefits from the broader support network of the Tuscola Intermediate School District, which allows for access to specialized staff—including therapists, counselors, and trained paraprofessionals—who collaborate to help students achieve their maximum potential. The school is deeply committed to transitioning students toward greater self-sufficiency and preparing them for meaningful participation in their communities.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Highland Pines serves as a vital resource for the local community by fostering an inclusive atmosphere that prioritizes student independence and well-being. The school benefits from the broader support network of the Tuscola Intermediate School District, which allows for access to specialized staff—including therapists, counselors, and trained paraprofessionals—who collaborate to help students achieve their maximum potential. The school is deeply committed to transitioning students toward greater self-sufficiency and preparing them for meaningful participation in their communities.
96
Total Students
16.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 84 |
| Hispanic | 5 |
| Black | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More | 3 |
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White84 (87.5%)
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Hispanic5 (5.2%)
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Black3 (3.1%)
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Two or More3 (3.1%)
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Asian1 (1.0%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Special Education School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Tuscola ISD |
| Phone: | (989)673-5200 |
| Website: | http://www.tuscolaisd.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 96 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 16.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 6.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 67 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 6 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
2
Grade 1
4
Grade 2
10
Grade 3
7
Grade 4
8
Grade 5
9
Grade 6
12
Grade 7
5
Grade 8
6
Grade 9
3
Grade 10
5
Grade 12
5
Ungraded
20
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 2 |
| Grade 1 | 4 |
| Grade 2 | 10 |
| Grade 3 | 7 |
| Grade 4 | 8 |
| Grade 5 | 9 |
| Grade 6 | 12 |
| Grade 7 | 5 |
| Grade 8 | 6 |
| Grade 9 | 3 |
| Grade 10 | 5 |
| Grade 12 | 5 |
| Ungraded | 20 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 27 | 28.1% |
| Male | 69 | 71.9% |
Nearby Others (Within 10 Miles)
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