What grades does HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL serve?

HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL operates as a Middle school within the local district. The school serves families in the HARDY area.

Where is HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL located?

HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is a rural school in HARDY, AR.

What is the student-teacher ratio at HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL?

The student-teacher ratio at HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL is 16.1:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in HARDY, AR?

Schools in HARDY include HIGHLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the HARDY area.

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Highland Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27

Middle|HARDY, Arkansas|HIGHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT

HARDY, AR 72542

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Thu

Parent Teacher ConferencesStaff DayDistrict-wide

Time: TBD

Oct

Fri

No School - Teacher Professional DevelopmentStaff DayDistrict-wide

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Oct

Mon

No SchoolEventDistrict-wide

Oct

Tue

School Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link

Nov

Tue

School Board MeetingEventDistrict-wide

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link

Nov

Mon

No School - Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

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School Profile

Grades

5–8

Enrollment

451

Student:Teacher

16.1:1

Locale

Rural

District

HIGHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT

Econ. Disadvantaged

100.0%

Phone

(870)856-3284

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

36%

47th percentile in AR

Math Proficiency

41%

60th percentile in AR

Chronic Absenteeism

30.1%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

35 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 12.3:1

Near average in AR

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

488

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,860

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,228

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,305

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 27%State 45%Local 28%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$157,237

+0.9% 1yr+15.0% 5yr

Batesville, AR metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

31.3%

Below 150% poverty line

6.5%

Unemployment rate

5.7%

Uninsured residents

15.7%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

260

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

260

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

58%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

67 (26%)

Other Health Impairment

52 (20%)

Intellectual Disability

50 (19%)

Speech/Language Impairment

49 (19%)

Autism

29 (11%)

Emotional Disturbance

3 (1%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

442

Current enrollment

Declining(-12% 5yr)

Coming Up

Thu, Oct 15, 2026

Parent Teacher Conferences

Time: TBD

Staff Day

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

No School - Teacher Professional Development

No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.

Staff Day

Mon, Oct 19, 2026

No School

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in HIGHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT. Highland Middle School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates.	Holiday	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	Report to the PublicDistrict-wide Review the published agenda for presentation topics and details.	Event	—
Tue, Sep 15, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Wed, Sep 16, 2026	School Picture DayDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for picture day details and any required forms.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Time: TBD	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School - Teacher Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	No SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Break	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Christmas BreakDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	No School - Teacher Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK Day - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Jan 19, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - President's Day - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Thu, Mar 11, 2027	Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Time: TBD	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	No School - Teacher Professional Development - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Break	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	No School - Good Friday - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Apr 19, 2027	No School - Easter Break - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	Last Day of School - Weather PermittingDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, May 18, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—
Tue, Jun 15, 2027	School Board MeetingDistrict-wide https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WTPggxwPJg7vDYhXwXFwuRS3B-EbD3MPBHCSj97z08U/edit?usp=drive_link	Event	—