Serving 438 students in grades 9-12, Negaunee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Negaunee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Negaunee High School's student population of 438 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
438 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Negaunee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Negaunee High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#582 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Negaunee High School's ranking?
Negaunee High School is ranked #582 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Negaunee High School often compared to?
Negaunee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood High School, Gwinn Middlehigh School, Ishpeming High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Negaunee High School?
The graduation rate of Negaunee High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Negaunee High School?
438 students attend Negaunee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Negaunee High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Negaunee High School?
Negaunee High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Negaunee High School offer ?
Negaunee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Negaunee High School part of?
Negaunee High School is part of Negaunee Public Schools School District.
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