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#1214 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 38% in state

Port Huron High School

High School · Port Huron Area School District

2215 COURT ST, Port Huron, MI 48060

Enrollment

1,058

Student-Teacher

18.9:1

Score

6.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,214 of 3,192

In Port Huron

#2 of 14

public schools

In district

#2 of 15

Port Huron Area School District

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

High School in Port Huron · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Port Huron High School

Port Huron High School is a public high school in Port Huron, MI, part of Port Huron Area School District. Port Huron High School serves approximately 1,058 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Port Huron High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,214 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Port Huron High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

50% of students at Port Huron High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)32% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate84%
AP Participation17.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio18.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,323
Chronic Absenteeism49.5%

Port Huron High School — Students at Port Huron High School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 21.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 46.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2011
Math
16%
ELA
50%
2012
Math
17%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
44%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
50%
2015
Math
18%
ELA
41%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
2%
ELA
2%
2018
Math
19%
ELA
43%
2019
Math
19%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Port Huron High School Compares

See how Port Huron High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
62th percentile in MI
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
28
12 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
49.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
17.2% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
12 boys'·16 girls'·44 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2215 COURT ST, Port Huron, MI 48060

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Port Huron High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Port Huron Northern High School (rated 7.6/10, 3.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Blue Water Middle College Academy (rated 6.5/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, St Clair County Intervention Academy (rated 6.5/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Huron, see our Port Huron schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Port Huron Schools Phoenix Academy Port Huron 0.1 mi 2.9
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Huron 0.2 mi 3.8
Harrison Center Port Huron 0.9 mi
Central Middle School Port Huron 1.1 mi 4.3
Woodrow Wilson Elementary Port Huron 1.1 mi 3.5
East Shore Leadership Academy Port Huron 1.2 mi 6.6
Blue Water Middle College Academy Port Huron 1.2 mi 6.5
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 1.8 mi 2.7
H D Crull Elementary School Port Huron 2.0 mi 6.3
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 2.0 mi 4.5
Garfield Elementary School Port Huron 2.4 mi 5.1
ST MARY/MCCORMICK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Port Huron 2.6 mi 6.1
Michigamme Elementary School Port Huron 2.2 mi 3.5
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 2.5 mi 6.5
Holland Woods Middle School Port Huron 3.2 mi 5.9
Port Huron Northern High School Port Huron 3.6 mi 7.6
Morton Elementary School Marysville 3.7 mi 7.7
Edison Elementary School Fort Gratiot 3.4 mi 6.1
Marysville Middle School Marysville 4.2 mi 5.9
Gardens Elementary School Marysville 4.0 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48060 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$51,342

Median Home Value

$152,000

Median Rent

$1,005/mo

Population

39,502

College Educated

17.4%

Homeownership

62.2%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.2%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Port Huron High School

What grades does Port Huron High School serve?

Port Huron High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Port Huron High School?

Port Huron High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,058 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Port Huron High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Port Huron High School is 18.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Port Huron High School rank in MI?

Port Huron High School ranks #1,214 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Port Huron High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Port Huron High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Port Huron High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Port Huron High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Port Huron High School a charter school?

No, Port Huron High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Port Huron High School a Title I school?

No, Port Huron High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Port Huron High School?

68.8% of students at Port Huron 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,058
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
49.5%
4-Year Graduation
84.0%

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