Serving 861 students in grades 9-12, Petoskey 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 861 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Petoskey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Petoskey High School's student population of 861 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
861 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Petoskey 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 Petoskey High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Petoskey High School's ranking?
Petoskey High School is ranked #482 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Petoskey High School often compared to?
Petoskey High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harbor Springs High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Petoskey High School?
The graduation rate of Petoskey High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Petoskey High School?
861 students attend Petoskey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Petoskey High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Petoskey High School?
Petoskey High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Petoskey High School offer ?
Petoskey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Petoskey High School part of?
Petoskey High School is part of Of Petoskey School District.
School Reviews
5 5/5/2023
Attending PHS was a wonderful experience. We had solid, bright teachers who cared about us students. Our band director was the best; we consistently were given the highest score in the competition.
5 10/10/2014
Petoskey high school is the best school there is in the city of Petoskey. The marching band is amazing and it's the biggest band in northern michigan, I love it so much, the teachers are so friendly, you make so much more friends and it's a big school!!
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