Port Huron High School

Port Huron High School is a large, traditional public high school in Port Huron, MI, serving 988 students in grades 9-12 within the Port Huron Area School District.

For parents, the most important thing to know is that Port Huron High faces significant academic challenges, with test scores landing in the bottom quarter of high schools statewide. On the 2025-2026 SAT, only 43.4% of 11th graders were proficient in reading and writing, and just 19.6% were proficient in math. This is notably lower than nearby schools like Marysville High School (62.4% reading, 29.9% math) and St Clair High School (54.7% reading, 28.8% math). Even within its own district, Port Huron Northern High School—just 3.6 miles away—outperforms it significantly. A major factor is chronic absenteeism: 42.2% of students miss too much school, compared to the state average of 27.9% and just 16.0% at St. Clair. The school also serves a high-need population, with 63.5% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.

Despite these hurdles, there are some bright spots. The graduation rate of 83.6% is right at the state average and has stayed stable for five years, showing the school successfully guides most students to completion. The school also shows a relative strength in supporting its African American students, where its effectiveness ranking is notably higher than for other groups. However, the school spends more per student ($16,109) than any nearby traditional public school, yet achieves lower outcomes—a sign that resources alone aren't solving the challenges. Additionally, the presence of the highly-ranked Blue Water Middle College Academy may draw some of the district's most motivated students away, making it harder for Port Huron High to boost its average scores. For parents, this school offers strong graduation support but requires a close look at attendance and academic support needs.