Serving 467 students in grades 7-12, Ithaca 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 35% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ithaca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ithaca High School's student population of 467 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ithaca 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 Ithaca High School is 0.20, 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
#1182 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ithaca High School's ranking?
Ithaca High School is ranked #1182 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ithaca High School often compared to?
Ithaca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma Senior High School, St. Louis High School, Breckenridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ithaca High School?
The graduation rate of Ithaca High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ithaca High School?
467 students attend Ithaca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ithaca High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ithaca High School?
Ithaca High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ithaca High School offer ?
Ithaca High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ithaca High School part of?
Ithaca High School is part of Ithaca School District.
School Reviews
5 8/6/2019
Not a resident of Michigan yet but a frequent traveler to my cabin up in Alpena . I love the football stadium view from the HWY . Very colorful and inviting . I hope to pass by some night during a game ! 5 star review
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