ISHPEMING HIGH SCHOOL

Ishpeming High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Ishpeming Public School District No. 1 school district, located in ISHPEMING, MI with about 240 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 12 teachers, Ishpeming High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Ishpeming High School, located at 319 East Division Street in Ishpeming, Michigan, serves as a central pillar of the Ishpeming Public School District. Situated in the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the school operates within a tight-knit community with a rich history rooted in the region’s iron mining heritage. The school is known for fostering a supportive educational environment that emphasizes academic growth, character development, and a strong sense of school spirit among its students, often referred to as the "Hematites."

Beyond the traditional classroom, Ishpeming High School provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities designed to engage students in athletics, arts, and community service. The school plays an active role in local life, with its sports teams and student events serving as a focal point for community gathering and regional pride. By combining rigorous educational standards with a commitment to individual student success, the institution aims to prepare its graduates for post-secondary education and the workforce while maintaining the small-town values that define the Ishpeming area.

For more information, contact Ishpeming High School at (906) 485-1066 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.