Serving 218 students in grades 9-12, Harbor Beach Community High School ranks in the top 30% 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 218 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harbor Beach Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Harbor Beach Community High School's student population of 218 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
It's Always a Great Day to be a Pirate!
School Rankings
Harbor Beach Community High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harbor Beach Community High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#892 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harbor Beach Community High School's ranking?
Harbor Beach Community High School is ranked #892 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harbor Beach Community High School?
The graduation rate of Harbor Beach Community High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Harbor Beach Community High School?
218 students attend Harbor Beach Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Harbor Beach Community High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harbor Beach Community High School?
Harbor Beach Community High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Harbor Beach Community High School offer ?
Harbor Beach Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harbor Beach Community High School part of?
Harbor Beach Community High School is part of Harbor Beach Community Schools.
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