Serving 1,229 students in grades 9-12, North Farmington 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% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% 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: 1,229 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Farmington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
North Farmington High School's student population of 1,229 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,229 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Brown, Gold
School Rankings
North Farmington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Farmington High School is 0.66, 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
#978 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
48%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Sidney Raider (named After El Cid)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Farmington High School's ranking?
North Farmington High School is ranked #978 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Farmington High School often compared to?
North Farmington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Farmington High School, West Bloomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Farmington High School?
The graduation rate of North Farmington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Farmington High School?
1,229 students attend North Farmington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of North Farmington High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Farmington High School?
North Farmington High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Farmington High School offer ?
North Farmington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Farmington High School part of?
North Farmington High School is part of Farmington ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School District.
School Reviews
5 12/15/2008
When I attended North Farmington, starting in 1998, I found the quality of education to be quite high. The teachers expected a lot of the students and I was more than prepared for college. In fact, university was easier. I am proud to call myself a Raider!
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