Excellent
#268 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 8% in state
Houghton Central High School
High School · Houghton-Portage Township School District
1603 GUNDLACH RD, Houghton, MI 49931
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
478
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#268 of 3,192
In Houghton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Houghton-Portage Township School District
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Houghton Central High School
Houghton Central High School is a public high school in Houghton, MI, part of Houghton-Portage Township School District. Houghton Central High School serves approximately 478 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Houghton Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #268 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Houghton Central High School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
What's said publicly about Houghton Central High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
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- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- MI avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Houghton Central High School — Students at Houghton Central High School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
29.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.
How Houghton Central High School Compares
See how Houghton Central High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1603 GUNDLACH RD, Houghton, MI 49931
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Houghton Central High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Calumet High School (rated 8.0/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Calumet), with a very similar rating. Another option is Jeffers High School (rated 7.8/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Painesdale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hancock MiddleHigh School (rated 7.7/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Hancock), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houghton, see our Houghton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Houghton Middle School Houghton | 0.0 mi | 7.7 |
| Houghton Elementary School Houghton | 0.6 mi | 8.4 |
| Hancock MiddleHigh School Hancock | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Barkell Elementary School Hancock | 2.3 mi | 8.3 |
| COPPER COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Chassell | 2.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Copper Country Learning Center Hancock | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Dollar BayTamarack City Area K12 School Dollar Bay | 2.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Copper Island Academy Calumet | 5.2 mi | 7.8 |
| South Range Elementary School South Range | 4.7 mi | 7.7 |
| Chassell K12 School Chassell | 6.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Jeffers High School Painesdale | 6.7 mi | 7.8 |
| EB Holman Elementary School Atlantic Mine | 7.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Calumet High School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 8.0 |
| CLK Elementary School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Washington Middle School Calumet | 10.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Lake LindenHubbell Schools Lake Linden | 9.5 mi | 8.4 |
| CHSHorizons School Calumet | 16.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PELKIE MENNONITE SCHOOL Pelkie | 21.4 mi | — |
| Baraga School Baraga | 23.2 mi | 6.7 |
| LAnse Area School Lanse | 24.9 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49931 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,279
Median Home Value
$221,200
Median Rent
$853/mo
Population
10,229
College Educated
60.3%
Homeownership
44.6%
Avg Commute
12.2 min
Poverty Rate
28.1%
Median Age
22.3
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|---|---|
| HillMcCloy High School Montrose, MI | 8.2 |
| Milan High School Milan, MI | 8.2 |
| Schoolcraft High School Schoolcraft, MI | 8.2 |
| Armada High School Armada, MI | 8.1 |
| Buchanan High School Buchanan, MI | 8.1 |
| Grosse Ile High School Grosse Ile, MI | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Houghton Central High School
What grades does Houghton Central High School serve?
Houghton Central High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Houghton Central High School?
Houghton Central High School has an enrollment of approximately 478 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Houghton Central High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Houghton Central High School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Houghton Central High School rank in MI?
Houghton Central High School ranks #268 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Houghton Central High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Houghton Central High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Houghton Central High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Houghton Central High School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Houghton Central High School a charter school?
No, Houghton Central High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Houghton Central High School a Title I school?
No, Houghton Central High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Houghton Central High School?
29.3% of students at Houghton Central High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 478
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 29.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Houghton County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.2%
- Phone
- (906) 482-0450
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
Houghton-Portage Township School District- District Enrollment
- 1,478
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,288
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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