Serving 359 students in grades 6-8, Houghton Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 11% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Houghton Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Houghton, MI, covering approximately 99.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 19.8 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houghton Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Houghton Middle School's student population of 359 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Houghton Middle 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 Middle School is 0.21, 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
#223 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-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 Houghton Middle School's ranking?
Houghton Middle School is ranked #223 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Houghton Middle School?
359 students attend Houghton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Houghton Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghton Middle School?
Houghton Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Houghton Middle School offer ?
Houghton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Houghton Middle School part of?
Houghton Middle School is part of Houghton-Portage Township School District.
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