Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Grand Haven High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Grand Haven High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Grand Haven, MI, encompassing approximately 89.6 square miles. The zone is conveniently located within a typical driving distance of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.9 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 9.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Haven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grand Haven High School's student population of 1,630 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,630 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Haven High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Haven High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#378 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Haven High School's ranking?
Grand Haven High School is ranked #378 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Haven High School often compared to?
Grand Haven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Lake High School, Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Haven High School?
The graduation rate of Grand Haven High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Grand Haven High School?
1,630 students attend Grand Haven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Grand Haven High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Haven High School?
Grand Haven High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Haven High School offer ?
Grand Haven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Haven High School part of?
Grand Haven High School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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