Serving 481 students in grades 9-12, Houghton Central High School ranks in the top 10% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Houghton Central High School's attendance zone covers the entire district within Houghton, MI, encompassing approximately 99.7 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 19.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houghton Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Houghton Central High School's student population of 481 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
E 3 = A
School Rankings
Houghton Central High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Houghton Central High School is 0.17, 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
#176 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
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
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Gremlins
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton Central High School's ranking?
Houghton Central High School is ranked #176 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Houghton Central High School often compared to?
Houghton Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hancock Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houghton Central High School?
The graduation rate of Houghton Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Houghton Central High School?
481 students attend Houghton Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Houghton Central High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghton Central High School?
Houghton Central High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Houghton Central High School offer ?
Houghton Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Houghton Central High School part of?
Houghton Central High School is part of Houghton-Portage Township School District.
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