There was only one Hispanic student enrolled in Highland County schools in the 2024-25 school year, 75% less than the previous year, according to the Virginia Department of Education.
Data showed that Highland County welcomed 208 students during the 2024-25 school year. Among them, Hispanic students comprised only 0.5% of the student body to be one of the least represented ethnicity in the county.
Highland High School was the only school in the county which enrolled Hispanic students, welcoming one student in the 2024-25 school year.
According to Public School Review, Virginia public schools have an average student-to-teacher ratio of 14:1, slightly better than the national average of 15:1. Minority students, primarily Hispanic and Black, make up 56% of the enrollment, while white students constitute 44%.
| School Name | Hispanic Students Enrollment | Total Enrollment | % of Total Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Elementary School | — | 105 | — |
| Highland High School | 1 | 103 | 1% |
