Serving 100 students in grades 9-12, North Central Area Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Central Area Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
North Central Area Senior High School's student population of 100 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
100 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
The staff of the North Central Area School District believes that in order to provide a quality education for all children, we must have the cooperation of school personnel with community support.
School Rankings
North Central Area Senior 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 North Central Area Senior High School is 0.12, 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
#404 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Central Area Senior High School's ranking?
North Central Area Senior High School is ranked #404 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are North Central Area Senior High School often compared to?
North Central Area Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menominee High School, Stephenson Area Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Central Area Senior High School?
The graduation rate of North Central Area Senior High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Central Area Senior High School?
100 students attend North Central Area Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of North Central Area Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Central Area Senior High School?
North Central Area Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does North Central Area Senior High School offer ?
North Central Area Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Central Area Senior High School part of?
North Central Area Senior High School is part of North Central Area Schools.
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