Serving 1,630 students in grades 9-12, Grand Haven High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grand Haven High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Grand Haven High School's student population of 1,630 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,630 students
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1907
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grand Haven High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grand Haven High School is 0.29, 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
#378 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grand Haven High School's ranking?
Grand Haven High School is ranked #378 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grand Haven High School often compared to?
Grand Haven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grand Haven High School?
The graduation rate of Grand Haven High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grand Haven High School?
1,630 students attend Grand Haven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Grand Haven High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grand Haven High School?
Grand Haven High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Grand Haven High School offer ?
Grand Haven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grand Haven High School part of?
Grand Haven High School is part of Grand Haven Area School District.
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