Serving 479 students in grades 9-12, Houghton Central High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher 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 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 479 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- 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
School Overview
Houghton Central High School's student population of 479 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
479 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Houghton Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 2,925 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 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#65 out of 2925 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #65 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houghton Central High School?
The graduation rate of Houghton Central High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Houghton Central High School?
479 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 Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Houghton Central High School?
Houghton Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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