Calumet High School is located in Calumet, Michigan in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. It serves from grades 9 to 12 for the Public Schools of Calumet-Laurium-Keweenaw. The high school shares its building with Washington Middle School.
Serving 499 students in grades 9-12, Calumet High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Calumet High School's student population of 499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue, Grey
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. May 26, 2026
School Motto
Welcome to the school system of choice!
School Mascot
Mighty Kings
School Rankings
Calumet 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 Calumet High School is 0.08, 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
#1078 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mighty Kings
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calumet High School's ranking?
Calumet High School is ranked #1078 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calumet High School?
The graduation rate of Calumet High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Calumet High School?
499 students attend Calumet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Calumet High School students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calumet High School?
Calumet High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calumet High School offer ?
Calumet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Calumet High School part of?
Calumet High School is part of Of Calumet Laurium & Keweenaw School District.
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