Serving 2,441 students in grades 9-12, Northville High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Northville High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Northville, MI, encompassing approximately 25.9 square miles. This area allows for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northville High School's student population of 2,441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,441 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1869
School Rankings
Northville High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northville High School is 0.52, 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
#75 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
24%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northville High School's ranking?
Northville High School is ranked #75 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northville High School often compared to?
Northville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northville High School?
The graduation rate of Northville High School is 99%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Northville High School?
2,441 students attend Northville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Northville High School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northville High School?
Northville High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Northville High School offer ?
Northville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northville High School part of?
Northville High School is part of Northville School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
NHS HAS BEEN A PERFECT HS FOR MY GRANDSON. HE IS A QUIRKY LEARNER AND HIS TEACHERS HAVE SOMEWHAT ADAPTED TO HIS STYLE. HE LOVES GOING TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY AND HAS MADES ALL TYPES OF FRIENDS. HE IS ACTIVE IN CHOIR AND DRAMA.
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