Serving 1,003 students in grades 9-12, Muskegon High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,003 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Muskegon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 17.2 square miles in Muskegon, MI. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Muskegon High School's student population of 1,003 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,003 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1872
School Calendar
School Motto
Strong Schools, Stronger Communities
School Rankings
Muskegon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muskegon High School is 0.59, 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
#2729 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
60%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
13%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Big Reds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muskegon High School's ranking?
Muskegon High School is ranked #2729 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Muskegon High School often compared to?
Muskegon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muskegon Heights Academy, Mona Shores High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muskegon High School?
The graduation rate of Muskegon High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Muskegon High School?
1,003 students attend Muskegon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Muskegon High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 10% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muskegon High School?
Muskegon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Muskegon High School offer ?
Muskegon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muskegon High School part of?
Muskegon High School is part of Muskegon Public Schools Of The City Of.
In what neighborhood is Muskegon High School located?
Muskegon High School is located in the Nelson neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nelson.
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