Harper Creek High School is a high school in the Harper Creek School District located just outside the city of Battle Creek, Michigan.
Serving 863 students in grades 9-12, Harper Creek High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 863 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harper Creek High School's student population of 863 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
863 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Harper Creek High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harper Creek High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1811 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
83%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Beavers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harper Creek High School's ranking?
Harper Creek High School is ranked #1811 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Harper Creek High School often compared to?
Harper Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview High School, Pennfield Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harper Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Harper Creek High School is 88%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Harper Creek High School?
863 students attend Harper Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Harper Creek High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harper Creek High School?
Harper Creek High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harper Creek High School offer ?
Harper Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harper Creek High School part of?
Harper Creek High School is part of Harper Creek Community Schools School District.
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