Serving 1,089 students in grades 9-12, Port Huron Northern 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Huron Northern High School serves the northeast part of Port Huron, MI, covering an area of approximately 23.2 square miles. Families typically have a drive time of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Huron Northern High School's student population of 1,089 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,089 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1965
School Rankings
Port Huron Northern 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 Port Huron Northern High School is 0.27, 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
#1229 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Siberian Husky
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Huron Northern High School's ranking?
Port Huron Northern High School is ranked #1229 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Port Huron Northern High School often compared to?
Port Huron Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Port Huron High School, Marysville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Huron Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Port Huron Northern High School is 91%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Port Huron Northern High School?
1,089 students attend Port Huron Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Port Huron Northern High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Huron Northern High School?
Port Huron Northern High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Port Huron Northern High School offer ?
Port Huron Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Huron Northern High School part of?
Port Huron Northern High School is part of Port Huron Area School District.
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