Serving 1,156 students in grades 9-12, Midland High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (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 14% 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: 1,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Midland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Midland High School's student population of 1,156 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Midland High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Midland High School is 0.26, 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
#499 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Midland High School's ranking?
Midland High School is ranked #499 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Midland High School often compared to?
Midland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hh Dow High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Midland High School?
The graduation rate of Midland High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Midland High School?
1,156 students attend Midland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Midland High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Midland High School?
Midland High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Midland High School offer ?
Midland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Midland High School part of?
Midland High School is part of Midland School District.
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