Hartford High School

121 School St
Hartford, MI 49057
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 379 students in grades 9-12, Hartford 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Hartford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Hartford High School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers

School Rankings

Hartford 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 Hartford High School is 0.54, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2350 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
35%
30-34%
45%
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
58%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hartford High School's ranking?
Hartford High School is ranked #2350 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hartford High School often compared to?
Hartford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Covert High School, South Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hartford High School?
The graduation rate of Hartford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hartford High School?
379 students attend Hartford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Hartford High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hartford High School?
Hartford High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hartford High School offer ?
Hartford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hartford High School part of?
Hartford High School is part of Hartford School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
Hartford High school is one of the best and i recommend any student to come here they really focus on athletic awards but the academic are kicking back in so i recommend new students to come visit us!
- Posted by Student/Alumni - terry

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 379 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 65%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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