Serving 1,193 students in grades 9-12, Port Huron Northern High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,193 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Huron Northern 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Port Huron Northern High School's student population of 1,193 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,193 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Port Huron Northern High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Huron Northern High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#501 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
84%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #501 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Huron Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Port Huron Northern High School is 93%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Port Huron Northern High School?
1,193 students attend Port Huron Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Port Huron Northern High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% 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 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Port Huron Northern High School offer ?
Port Huron Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
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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