Northern High School serves 842 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 22% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 was equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 95% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
842 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)22%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
5%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(12-13)65-69%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Northern High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Northern High School?
842 students attend Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northern High School students are Black, 5% of students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northern High School?
Northern High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northern High School offer ?
Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Northern High School part of?
Northern High School is part of Flint School District Of The City Of.
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