Muskegon High School is a public high school located in Muskegon, Michigan, and was the first high school in Muskegon County, Michigan.
Serving 1,020 students in grades 9-12, Muskegon 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,020 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Muskegon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Muskegon High School's student population of 1,020 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,020 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1872
School Rankings
Muskegon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Muskegon High School is 0.58, which is more 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
#2729 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
61%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Big Reds
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Muskegon High School's ranking?
Muskegon High School is ranked #2729 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Muskegon High School often compared to?
Muskegon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muskegon Heights Academy, Mona Shores High School, Reethspuffer High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Muskegon High School?
The graduation rate of Muskegon High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Muskegon High School?
1,020 students attend Muskegon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Muskegon High School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Muskegon High School?
Muskegon High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Muskegon High School offer ?
Muskegon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muskegon High School part of?
Muskegon High School is part of Muskegon ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Of The City Of School District.
In what neighborhood is Muskegon High School located?
Muskegon High School is located in the Nelson neighborhood of Muskegon, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nelson.
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