Houghton High School is a high school in Houghton, Michigan. It is located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Houghton High School and Houghton Middle School share a building.
Serving 478 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 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- 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%)
- 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 478 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Colors
Black, Orange
First Day of School
Tue. Sep 2, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
School Motto
E 3 = A
School Mascot
Gremlins
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 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#176 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gremlins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Houghton Central High School?
478 students attend Houghton Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Houghton Central High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghton Central High School?
Houghton Central High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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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