Northern High School serves 1,181 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
93%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Northern High School?
1,181 students attend Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Northern High School students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern High School?
Northern High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Northern High School offer ?
Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Northern High School part of?
Northern High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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