Serving 172 students in grades 9-12, Ishpeming 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 172 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Ishpeming High School serves the entire district of Ishpeming, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 10.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest point of the attendance zone located just under 3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ishpeming High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ishpeming High School's student population of 172 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
172 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ishpeming 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 Ishpeming High School is 0.22, 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
#1110 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ishpeming High School's ranking?
Ishpeming High School is ranked #1110 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ishpeming High School often compared to?
Ishpeming High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westwood High School, Gwinn Middlehigh School, Negaunee High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ishpeming High School?
The graduation rate of Ishpeming High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ishpeming High School?
172 students attend Ishpeming High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Ishpeming High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ishpeming High School?
Ishpeming High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ishpeming High School offer ?
Ishpeming High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ishpeming High School part of?
Ishpeming High School is part of Ishpeming Public School District No. 1.
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