Serving 701 students in grades 9-12, North Branch 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 7% 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: 701 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Branch High School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
701 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Branch 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 North Branch High School is 0.13, 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
#1018 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branch High School's ranking?
North Branch High School is ranked #1018 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Branch High School often compared to?
North Branch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lapeer High School, Imlay City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Branch High School?
The graduation rate of North Branch High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Branch High School?
701 students attend North Branch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of North Branch High School students are White, 5% 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 North Branch High School?
North Branch High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Branch High School offer ?
North Branch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Branch High School part of?
North Branch High School is part of North Branch Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 8/2/2017
Best School Ever. Quit Complaining.
2 5/17/2016
The teachers don't care about students and they mostly teach in power point which is extremely boring and hard to take notes on.
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