Hastings High School

Hastings Area School District
520 W SOUTH ST
HASTINGS, MI 49058
801 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Hastings High School, located in Hastings, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Hastings Area School System. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The curriculum is designed to meet state standards while offering a variety of elective courses and extracurricular opportunities that allow students to explore their personal interests and talents.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school places a strong emphasis on fostering a supportive community and school spirit. Through its website, the district highlights a dedication to student growth, safety, and engagement, encouraging collaboration between staff, parents, and the broader Hastings community. By balancing traditional classroom instruction with athletic programs and student organizations, Hastings High School aims to develop well-rounded individuals who are equipped with the skills and character necessary to succeed in their future endeavors.
801
Total Students
41.0
Full-Time Teachers
19.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
42.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    716 (89.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    49 (6.1 %)
  • Two or More
    24 (3.0 %)
  • Black
    5 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4 %)
  • Asian
    2 (0.2 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hastings Area School District
Phone: (269)948-4409
Website: http://www.hassk12.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 801
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 41.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 19.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 284
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 58

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 203
Grade 10 201
Grade 11 193
Grade 12 204
Gender Ratio