Serving 332 students in grades 6-12, Hancock Middlehigh 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hancock Middlehigh School's student population of 332 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hancock Middlehigh 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 Hancock Middlehigh School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1499 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
97%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hancock Middlehigh School's ranking?
Hancock Middlehigh School is ranked #1499 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hancock Middlehigh School often compared to?
Hancock Middlehigh Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Houghton Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hancock Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Hancock Middlehigh School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hancock Middlehigh School?
332 students attend Hancock Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Hancock Middlehigh School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hancock Middlehigh School?
Hancock Middlehigh School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hancock Middlehigh School offer ?
Hancock Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hancock Middlehigh School part of?
Hancock Middlehigh School is part of Hancock School District.
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