Serving 1,158 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Port Huron Northern High School's student population of 1,158 students has declined by 7% 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
1,158 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Rankings
Port Huron Northern High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 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 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1419 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Huron Northern High School's ranking?
Port Huron Northern High School is ranked #1419 out of 3,069 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Port Huron Northern High School?
1,158 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 Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 (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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