Serving 1,194 students in grades 9-12, Portage 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is equal to the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Portage Northern High School serves the northwest part of Portage, MI, covering an area of approximately 10.9 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Northern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Portage Northern High School's student population of 1,194 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,194 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Motto
To be an exceptional, continuously-improving learning culture with high expectations, committed to all!
School Rankings
Portage Northern 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 Portage Northern High School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#557 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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
95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Huskies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Portage Northern High School's ranking?
Portage Northern High School is ranked #557 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portage Northern High School often compared to?
Portage Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portage Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Portage Northern High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Portage Northern High School?
1,194 students attend Portage Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Portage Northern High School students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Portage Northern High School?
Portage Northern High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Portage Northern High School offer ?
Portage Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Portage Northern High School part of?
Portage Northern High School is part of Portage School District.
In what neighborhood is Portage Northern High School located?
Portage Northern High School is located in the Crossroad Park neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Crossroad Park.
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