Michigan City High School is located in Michigan City, Indiana. It is a part of the Michigan City Area Schools school district.
Serving 1,531 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 18% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Indiana state average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,531 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in IN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (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
School Overview
Michigan City High School's student population of 1,531 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,531 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1995
School Calendar
School Motto
One City, One Pack
School Rankings
Michigan City High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,743 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1367 out of 1743 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
34%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
37%
13%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolfie
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michigan City High School's ranking?
Michigan City High School is ranked #1367 out of 1,743 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?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan City High School?
The graduation rate of Michigan City High School is 86%, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 88%.
How many students attend Michigan City High School?
1,531 students attend Michigan City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Michigan City High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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