St. Joseph High School is located in St. Joseph, Michigan, United States. With it being the only public high school in the St. Joseph Public Schools district.
Serving 933 students in grades 9-12, St. Joseph High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (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 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: St. Joseph High School serves the entire district of Saint Joseph, MI, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.9 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 7.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Joseph High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
St. Joseph High School's student population of 933 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
933 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Maize and blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
St. Joseph 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 St. Joseph High School is 0.45, 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
#338 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: St. Joseph Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Joseph High School's ranking?
St. Joseph High School is ranked #338 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are St. Joseph High School often compared to?
St. Joseph High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeshore High School, Benton Harbor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Joseph High School?
The graduation rate of St. Joseph High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend St. Joseph High School?
933 students attend St. Joseph High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of St. Joseph High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Joseph High School?
St. Joseph High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does St. Joseph High School offer ?
St. Joseph High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is St. Joseph High School part of?
St. Joseph High School is part of St. Joseph School District.
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