who occupied the highest social class in rome

In Roman society, the highest social class was occupied by the Patricians. They were the wealthy and influential aristocrats who enjoyed a number of privileges. These included:

Holding the highest positions in government

Controlling most of the land

Exemption from taxes

The right to hold public office

Their dominance was particularly strong in the early Roman Republic. However, over time, the lines between patricians and plebeians (the common people) became more blurred. There were even some wealthy and powerful plebeian families who gained political influence.