Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Iron Mountain High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Iron Mountain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Iron Mountain High School's student population of 253 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Iron Mountain 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 Iron Mountain High School is 0.33, 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
#955 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
81%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Iron Mountain High School's ranking?
Iron Mountain High School is ranked #955 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Iron Mountain High School often compared to?
Iron Mountain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kingsford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Iron Mountain High School?
The graduation rate of Iron Mountain High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Iron Mountain High School?
253 students attend Iron Mountain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Iron Mountain High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Iron Mountain High School?
Iron Mountain High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Iron Mountain High School offer ?
Iron Mountain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Iron Mountain High School part of?
Iron Mountain High School is part of Iron Mountain School District.
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