Port Huron High School was founded in 1868, and has been in continuous operation as a secondary school in Port Huron, Michigan since then. Port Huron High School was originally located at what is now the site of St. Clair Community College.
Serving 1,058 students in grades 9-12, Port Huron 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Huron High School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Port Huron High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Huron High School is 0.54, 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
#2333 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
13%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Huron High School's ranking?
Port Huron High School is ranked #2333 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Port Huron High School often compared to?
Port Huron High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Huron Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Huron High School?
The graduation rate of Port Huron High School is 84%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Port Huron High School?
1,058 students attend Port Huron High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Port Huron High School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Huron High School?
Port Huron High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Huron High School offer ?
Port Huron High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Huron High School part of?
Port Huron High School is part of Port Huron Area School District.
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