Howell High School is a public high school in Howell, Michigan, United States. In the 2023-2024 school year, the school served 1,919 students grades 9-12 for the Howell Public School District.
Serving 1,919 students in grades 9-12, Howell High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,919 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Howell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Howell High School's student population of 1,919 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,919 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Rankings
Howell 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 Howell High School is 0.17, 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
#1013 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
91%
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
21%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howell High School's ranking?
Howell High School is ranked #1013 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Howell High School often compared to?
Howell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartland High School, Fowlerville High School, Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Howell High School?
The graduation rate of Howell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Howell High School?
1,919 students attend Howell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Howell High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Howell High School?
Howell High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Howell High School offer ?
Howell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Howell High School part of?
Howell High School is part of Howell School District.
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