Highland School of Technology
- Public, Magnet
- GASTONIA, NC
Magnet School
Highland School of Technology
- grade A+Overall Grade
- Public, Magnet
- 9-12
- GASTONIA, NC
- Rating 4.2 out of 5 238 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Teachersgrade A
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade A minus
- Administrationgrade A minus
- Sportsgrade C
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B+
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
95%
Percent Proficient - Math
92%
Average Graduation Rate
95%
Average SAT
1200
256 responses
Average ACT
26
116 responses
AP Enrollment
28%
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- Cost of Livinggrade B
- Good for Familiesgrade B minus
- Housinggrade B minus
Median Household Income
$52,990
National
$69,021Median Rent
$976
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$178,800
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
89%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 28 responsesPoll
79%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 28 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
555
Free or Reduced Lunch
21%
97%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 31 responses94%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 31 responses26%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 31 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$43,495
Teachers in First/Second Year
1.1%
79%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 39 responses92%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 39 responses85%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 39 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade A minus
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$9,931 / year
National
$12,23993%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 40 responses63%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 40 responses83%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 40 responsesSimilar Schools
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Highland School of Technology Reviews
Rating 4.2 out of 5 238 reviews
I love being a part of the Rams family. HST has a wide range of sports, clubs, and social outings. They give every opportunity for students to get involved on and off campus. The staff is wonderful, every teacher I’ve had goes to great lengths to make sure the whole class can understand and apply the concepts that they teach. They usually offer after/before school tutoring and plenty of extra credit opportunities. Everything about my experience at Highland Tech has been wonderful. Currently, I’m a part of 7 extracurriculars and loving every single one. The classes are definitely more challenging, and typically have a heavier work load, so if you have difficulty with time management, HST may not be for you. It would also be beneficial to you to get involved. I didn’t realize what a difference it would make in my freshman year. Going to HST rather than my feeder school was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my academic career, and I recommend you do the same. Go Rams!
One thing I like about Highland School of Technology (HST), is how many pathways we have. These pathways allow students to get a jump-start on their career of choice, and finding out what their passion is. Another thing I like about HST is that every student is determined and dedicated. Teachers at HST allow for the students to grow by helping them out, and providing them additional help materials. Counselors also make sure to help put students on a career path that is beneficial to their future.
One thing I would like to see change is the school building itself. It is a very outdated and small building that could use a couple of renovations.
One thing I would like to see change is the school building itself. It is a very outdated and small building that could use a couple of renovations.
My experience at Highland Tech has been one that i will never forget. It’s a magnet school full of very driven and competitive students. The school itself is exceedingly high in resources and equipment, but low on other resources like ones for sports. Highland has pathways (Medical Science, Allied Health, Business and Legal, Engineering, and Graphics) that each have the best hands on experiences because of Highlands importance to have the top students in the area. We are known for our programs and the student grades for good reason. Highland Tech truly prepares students for college and that is why I am so thankful for my opportunity to attend this school. Graduated students have so many stories of how Highland has given them bigger opportunities going into college and how to the ones like me who are still in high school, you are making differences already. I love my school and the person it has made me today.