Serving 484 students in grades 7-12, Houghton Lake Jrsr 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower 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)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School's student population of 484 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
484 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Houghton Lake Jrsr 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 Houghton Lake Jrsr 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
#1953 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Houghton Lake Jrsr High School's ranking?
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School is ranked #1953 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Houghton Lake Jrsr High School often compared to?
Houghton Lake Jrsr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roscommon High School, Charlton Heston Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Houghton Lake Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Houghton Lake Jrsr High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Houghton Lake Jrsr High School?
484 students attend Houghton Lake Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Houghton Lake Jrsr High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Houghton Lake Jrsr High School?
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Houghton Lake Jrsr High School offer ?
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Houghton Lake Jrsr High School part of?
Houghton Lake Jrsr High School is part of Houghton Lake Community Schools.
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