Serving 695 students in grades 9-12, North Branch High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Branch High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in North Branch, MI, encompassing approximately 126 square miles. Typically, families can expect a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone edge being 6.5 miles and the furthest edge located 9.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Branch High School's student population of 695 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
North Branch High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Branch High School is 0.15, 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
#1288 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branch High School's ranking?
North Branch High School is ranked #1288 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Branch High School often compared to?
North Branch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lapeer High School, Zemmer Campus 89, Imlay City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Branch High School?
The graduation rate of North Branch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend North Branch High School?
695 students attend North Branch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Branch High School students are White, 5% 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 North Branch High School?
North Branch High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Branch High School offer ?
North Branch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Branch High School part of?
North Branch High School is part of North Branch Area Schools.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The teachers don't care about students and they mostly teach in power point which is extremely boring and hard to take notes on.
5 10/10/2025
Best School Ever. Quit Complaining.
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