Serving 138 students in grades 9-12, Portage Community High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Portage Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Portage Community High School's student population of 138 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
138 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Portage Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Portage Community High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#2222 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
17%
18%
White
54%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
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 Portage Community High School's ranking?
Portage Community High School is ranked #2222 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Portage Community High School often compared to?
Portage Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Portage Community High School?
The graduation rate of Portage Community High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Portage Community High School?
138 students attend Portage Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Portage Community High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Portage Community High School?
Portage Community High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Portage Community High School offer ?
Portage Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Portage Community High School part of?
Portage Community High School is part of Portage School District.
In what neighborhood is Portage Community High School located?
Portage Community High School is located in the Crossroad Park neighborhood of Portage, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Crossroad Park.
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