Serving 2,499 students in grades 9-12, Northville High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northville High School's student population of 2,499 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northville High School ranks within the top 5% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northville High School is 0.51, 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
#50 out of 3069 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northville High School's ranking?
Northville High School is ranked #50 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Northville High School often compared to?
Northville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Novi High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northville High School?
The graduation rate of Northville High School is 99%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Northville High School?
2,499 students attend Northville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Northville High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northville High School?
Northville High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northville High School offer ?
Northville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northville High School part of?
Northville High School is part of Northville School District.
School Reviews
5 12/20/2010
NHS HAS BEEN A PERFECT HS FOR MY GRANDSON. HE IS A QUIRKY LEARNER AND HIS TEACHERS HAVE SOMEWHAT ADAPTED TO HIS STYLE. HE LOVES GOING TO SCHOOL EVERY DAY AND HAS MADES ALL TYPES OF FRIENDS. HE IS ACTIVE IN CHOIR AND DRAMA.
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