Negaunee High School

www.negaunee.k12.mi.us

452 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Negaunee High School, located at 500 West Arch Street in Negaunee, Michigan, serves as the primary secondary education institution for the Negaunee Public Schools district. Situated in the heart of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, the school is deeply embedded in a community with a rich industrial history, often reflecting the strong school spirit and tight-knit values characteristic of the region. The high school is known for fostering a supportive academic environment that prioritizes student achievement and preparation for post-secondary success.

Beyond its core curriculum, Negaunee High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, clubs, and academic organizations that encourage student engagement and personal growth. By utilizing its official website, the school maintains clear communication with families and the community regarding district policies, academic calendars, and event information. As a focal point of the Negaunee community, the school remains committed to maintaining a positive learning atmosphere that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of the future.

452

Total Students

25.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

35.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Negaunee High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	411
Hispanic	5
Black	3
Asian	2
Two or More	25
American Indian	5
Pacific Islander	1

White
411 (90.9 %)
Two or More
25 (5.5 %)
Hispanic
5 (1.1 %)
American Indian
5 (1.1 %)
Black
3 (0.7 %)
Asian
2 (0.4 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (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:	Negaunee Public Schools
Phone:	(906)475-7861
Website:	http://www.negaunee.k12.mi.us
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	452
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	25.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	144
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	17

* 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 9 125

Grade 10 124

Grade 11 94

Grade 12 108

Ungraded 1