Serving 692 students in grades 9-12, North Branch 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Branch High School's student population of 692 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
North Branch 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 North Branch High School is 0.15, 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
#1288 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 North Branch High School's ranking?
North Branch High School is ranked #1288 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Branch High School often compared to?
North Branch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lapeer High School, Imlay City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Branch High School?
The graduation rate of North Branch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Branch High School?
692 students attend North Branch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of North Branch High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Branch High School?
North Branch High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Branch High School offer ?
North Branch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Branch High School part of?
North Branch High School is part of North Branch Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
Best School Ever. Quit Complaining.
2 5/17/2016
The teachers don't care about students and they mostly teach in power point which is extremely boring and hard to take notes on.
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