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The Highland School

We are a democratic day school.  Our daily social interactions provide the opportunity for individuals to learn.
Children learn through experience - through following their interests, coming to terms with boundaries, and understanding the consequences of their actions.
Our students develop confidence, independence, resourcefulness, self-motivation, and responsibility in a school community that values individual rights and the democratic process. Our students take advantage of our 500 acres of forests, fields, and streams, wireless Internet access, our library, gym, art, music, and other rooms.
Highland students are constantly active in pursuing what they are interested in: whether that is a particular academic subject, a skill they are developing, or talent they naturally have.
Our students have the space and time to really delve into their passions.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,475
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Apr. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

The Highland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Inquire with school
Year Founded
1981

Student Body

Total Students
10 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
66%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Personal choice

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Apr. 15
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please see website for additional information: thehighlandschool.org
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Noel McCutchan

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
9 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Actors Guild, Arts and Crafts, Conservation Club, Language Clubs, Music Club, Science Club, Social Committee, Travel Club

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Ski and Snowboard Club

School Notes

  • A wide variety of children do well at Highland. New students are voted in by the General School Meeting. Applying students must be twelve or under unless they have had prior experience at a democratic school. We treat school members as responsible partners in our daily life. We find that when children are expected to be responsible and are held accountable for their actions, they become responsible members of our community. We are not concerned about a child`s past diagnoses (ADHD, ODD, etc.) as we will assess the "fit" during the visiting week and first month of school. Our experience is that without the pressure of conforming to a pre-formulated, standardized curriculum, most children quickly adjust to the freedom and responsibility at Highland.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Highland School cost?
The Highland School's tuition is approximately $2,475 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Highland School?
The acceptance rate of The Highland School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 90%. The Highland School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in West Virginia with low acceptance rates.
What is The Highland School's ranking?
The Highland School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Least expensive tuition and Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for The Highland School?
The application deadline for The Highland School is Apr. 15.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Top Ranked WV School
  • Grades: Inquire with school
  • Enrollment: 10 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $2,475
  • Acceptance rate: 75%
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: Apr. 15
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $5,525 for elementary schools and $5,070 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in West Virginia is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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