Novi High School is a public high school in Novi, Michigan, United States in Greater Detroit, serving students in grades 9–12. It is operated by Novi Community School District and was awarded Blue Ribbon School status in 1986-87 and 1999-00.
Serving 2,094 students in grades 8-12, Novi High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Novi High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Novi High School's student population of 2,094 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1966
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Novi High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Novi High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#73 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
49%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
36%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Novi High School's ranking?
Novi High School is ranked #73 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Novi High School often compared to?
Novi High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Novi High School?
The graduation rate of Novi High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Novi High School?
2,094 students attend Novi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Novi High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Novi High School?
Novi High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Novi High School offer ?
Novi High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Novi High School part of?
Novi High School is part of Novi Community School District.
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