Alpena High School serves 1,147 students in grades 9-12.
Alpena High School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alpena High School's student population of 1,147 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alpena High School is ranked within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Alpena High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1107 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
8%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alpena High School's ranking?
Alpena High School is ranked #1107 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Alpena High School?
The graduation rate of Alpena High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 86%.
How many students attend Alpena High School?
1,147 students attend Alpena High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Alpena High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alpena High School?
Alpena High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Alpena High School offer ?
Alpena High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alpena High School part of?
Alpena High School is part of Alpena Public Schools School District.
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