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Welcome to McCulloch Intermediate School and Highland Park Middle School. MIS/HPMS is an exemplary school committed to continuous improvement for students and faculty. Exemplary results go far beyond exemplary test scores. Exemplary results are students who are academically, socially, emotionally, and physically prepared at the highest levels to excel at any challenge and opportunity that comes their way in the future. Exemplary results are students who are highly motivated and eager to pursue challenges while demonstrating exemplary character and service to others.

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McCulloch Intermediate and Highland Park Middle is a partnership of educators, staff, students, parents and community that strives to provide a superior educational experience.

Recent News

HPISD Stands Out Nationally for Academic Growth

A recent analysis featured by The New York Times found that while student achievement has declined across much of the nation over the past decade, HPISD continues to demonstrate academic growth and perform more than three grade levels above the national average in both reading and math.

HPISD Celebrates Staff at 2026 Employee Service & Recognition Banquet

On April 22, Highland Park ISD honored employees from across the district during the 2026 Employee Service & Recognition Banquet at the Clements Leadership Center. The evening celebrated Teachers and Paraprofessionals of the Year, Heart at Work recipients, advanced degree recipients, retirees, and employees reaching milestone years of service.

HPISD Birthday Card Art Contest Now Accepting Entries

HPISD is now accepting entries for the annual birthday card art contest. Students may submit artwork in any medium by 4:30 p.m. on June 1 for a chance to have their design featured on next year’s card.

Board Approves 4% Raise

The HPISD Board of Trustees announced at the April 28 school board meeting its commitment to increase teacher and staff salaries by 4 percent for the 2026–27 school year.

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