Serving 1,538 students in grades 9-12, Michigan City High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 35% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Michigan City High School's student population of 1,538 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Michigan City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,755 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Michigan City High School is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1296 out of 1755 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
43%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
11%
14%
Black
37%
13%
White
41%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michigan City High School's ranking?
Michigan City High School is ranked #1296 out of 1,755 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Indiana.
What schools are Michigan City High School often compared to?
Michigan City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laporte High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% IN state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan City High School?
The graduation rate of Michigan City High School is 82%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 87%.
How many students attend Michigan City High School?
1,538 students attend Michigan City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Michigan City High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michigan City High School?
Michigan City High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Michigan City High School offer ?
Michigan City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Michigan City High School part of?
Michigan City High School is part of Michigan City Area Schools School District.
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