Serving 862 students in grades 9-12, Petoskey High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 862 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petoskey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Petoskey High School's student population of 862 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
862 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Petoskey High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Petoskey High School is 0.26, 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
#553 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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
89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Northmen
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petoskey High School's ranking?
Petoskey High School is ranked #553 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Petoskey High School often compared to?
Petoskey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Petoskey High School?
The graduation rate of Petoskey High School is 89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Petoskey High School?
862 students attend Petoskey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Petoskey High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Petoskey High School?
Petoskey High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Petoskey High School offer ?
Petoskey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Petoskey High School part of?
Petoskey High School is part of Of Petoskey School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Petoskey high school is the best school there is in the city of Petoskey. The marching band is amazing and it's the biggest band in northern michigan, I love it so much, the teachers are so friendly, you make so much more friends and it's a big school!!
5 10/10/2025
Attending PHS was a wonderful experience. We had solid, bright teachers who cared about us students. Our band director was the best; we consistently were given the highest score in the competition.
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