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 355 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 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 355 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- 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%)
- 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 355 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
355 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Napoleon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1711 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Napoleon High School's ranking?
Napoleon High School is ranked #1711 out of 3,069 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 34% 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%.
How many students attend Napoleon High School?
355 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 Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Napoleon High School?
Napoleon High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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