Hanover-Horton High School is a public secondary school located in Horton, Michigan, United States. The school serves grades 9 to 12 in the Hanover-Horton School District.
Serving 289 students in grades 9-12, Hanoverhorton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hanover-Horton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Horton, MI, encompassing approximately 65.4 square miles. Most areas within this zone are typically a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hanoverhorton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Hanoverhorton High School's student population of 289 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1874
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hanoverhorton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hanoverhorton High School is 0.12, 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
#1062 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Comet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hanoverhorton High School's ranking?
Hanoverhorton High School is ranked #1062 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hanoverhorton High School often compared to?
Hanoverhorton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbia Central High School, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hanoverhorton High School?
The graduation rate of Hanoverhorton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Hanoverhorton High School?
289 students attend Hanoverhorton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Hanoverhorton High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hanoverhorton High School?
Hanoverhorton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hanoverhorton High School offer ?
Hanoverhorton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hanoverhorton High School part of?
Hanoverhorton High School is part of Hanover-Horton School District.
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