Best Public Schools in Houghton, MI


Summary:

The city of Houghton, Michigan is home to three high-performing public schools: Houghton Elementary School, Houghton Central High School, and Houghton Middle School, all part of the Houghton-Portage Township School District. These schools consistently rank among the top 5-15% of their respective school types in the state, with 5-star ratings from SchoolDigger.

Houghton Elementary School stands out for its exceptional academic performance, with students significantly outperforming the state average on M-Step tests across all grade levels and subject areas. The school also maintains a relatively low chronic absenteeism rate and spends more per student than the state average. Houghton Central High School is another standout, ranking among the top 5% of Michigan high schools and outperforming the state on SAT and M-Step tests. The high school also boasts a low dropout rate and a high graduation rate.

Houghton Middle School rounds out the district's impressive lineup, consistently ranking among the top 5-8% of Michigan middle schools and outperforming the state on M-Step and PSAT tests. Like the other Houghton schools, Houghton Middle School has a lower chronic absenteeism rate and spends more per student than the state average. Overall, the Houghton schools demonstrate a strong commitment to academic excellence, with a focus on providing high-quality education and resources to their students.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Michigan Department of Education.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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