Moonpreneur Icon

Highland Middle School

3515 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA, 99208

Top 10% School in Washington

Ranked 52 of 250 in Washington

See top schools in Spokane

About Highland Middle School

Highland Middle School, which is at 3530 West Indian Trail Road in Spokane, has 890 students in grades 6–8. At the school, there is 21:1 student teacher ratio. In 2026, 67% of students were good at math and 61% were good at reading. The environment is very helpful because it makes kids want to do their best in school and in their own lives. The teachers here work hard to make sure that each student is noticed and pushed. This makes for a fun culture where people can be both creative and curious. People who live in the Mead area, where homes cost between $410,000 and $680,000, are very interested in how well the school does. Many parents say that the school's academic standards are high and that the sports programs keep kids healthy and interested. This neighborhood is perfect for the school's goal of raising well-rounded, confident people. Everyone in this small town works hard to make sure that every child has a safe and loving place to live. Highland Middle School is one ofthe best middle schools in Washington.

Highland Middle School Contact Information

Address

3515 W Hawthorne Rd, Spokane, WA, 99208

View on Map

Phone

(509) 465-6510

Call Now

Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 61%
Reading 67%
State average proficiency is 61% in Math and 67% in Reading.
40
Full-time Teachers
18 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
693
Total Students
$69398
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 52 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Highland Middle School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

Read More

Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

Read More

School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 7:55 AM – 2:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:40 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 77.78%
Asian 2.02%
Hispanic 5.92%
Black 0.87%
Two+ Races 11.11%
Native Am. 1.01%
White
77.78%
Asian
2.02%
Hispanic
5.92%
Black
0.87%
Two+ Races
11.11%
Native Am.
1.01%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 693
48.63%
337 Female
51.08%
354 Male

Student Population

693 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 18 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

346 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

Map

Latest News

Highland Middle School students achieved top marks in regional academic competitions during the late 2025 season, reflecting the school's high educational standards.

Faculty members launched a new student-led environmental initiative in early 2026 to enhance campus sustainability and outdoor learning spaces.

FAQ

Q1. Does Highland Middle School take part in math competitions in the area?

Ans. Yes, the school's math teams often do very well in regional competitions, which shows that the school has high academic standards.

Q2. What kinds of environmental projects do students at Highland lead?

Ans. Students are in charge of projects that help the campus stay green, such as programs to cut down on waste and the creation of outdoor learning spaces.

Q3. Are there good music programs for kids in the Mead district?

Ans. Highland has award-winning band and choir programs that play at different events in the Mead school area.

Q4. How does the school let parents know how their child is doing in school?

Ans. Through the district's online portal, parents can see grades at any time of day or night and get regular updates through digital newsletters.

Q5. Does Highland Middle School have sports teams that compete against other schools?

Ans. The school has cross-country, volleyball, and track teams for students of all grades.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
ML

Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
F

Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

Free Robotics and Stem In-person Workshop in Your Neighbourhood for 7-14 Years Tech Enthusiasts.

Local kids are transforming ideas into real-world.

See the projects happening right in your neighborhood

What Parents Say

Highland Middle School

If you’re a parent, please share the highlights of your experience with Highland Middle School

terms and conditions
Feedback

DISCLAIMER

The information provided about schools is for general reference only and may not be 100% accurate or up to date. We recommend contacting the respective school directly to confirm the latest details and ensure accuracy.