Napoleon High School is a public high school located in Jackson County, Michigan. With an enrollment of 432 students, it is classified as a Class C school by the Michigan High School Athletic Association.
Serving 381 students in grades 9-12, Napoleon 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 381 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Napoleon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Napoleon, MI, covering approximately 47 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Napoleon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Napoleon High School's student population of 381 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
381 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Napoleon 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 Napoleon High School is 0.12, 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
#1723 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napoleon High School's ranking?
Napoleon High School is ranked #1723 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Napoleon High School often compared to?
Napoleon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Michigan Center Jrsr High School, Columbia Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Napoleon High School?
The graduation rate of Napoleon High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Napoleon High School?
381 students attend Napoleon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Napoleon High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Napoleon High School?
Napoleon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Napoleon High School offer ?
Napoleon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Napoleon High School part of?
Napoleon High School is part of Napoleon Community Schools.
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