Hastings High School is a public secondary school in Hastings, Michigan, United States, serving students in grades 9–12. The school is part of the Hastings Area School System, which includes one junior high school and four elementary schools.
Serving 780 students in grades 9-12, Hastings High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 780 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hastings High School's student population of 780 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
780 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
Colors
Blue, Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Exceptional schools, exceptional community - building successful Saxons
School Rankings
Hastings High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hastings High School is 0.19, 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
#1183 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hastings High School's ranking?
Hastings High School is ranked #1183 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hastings High School often compared to?
Hastings High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thornapple Kellogg High School, Deltonkellogg High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hastings High School?
The graduation rate of Hastings High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hastings High School?
780 students attend Hastings High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Hastings High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hastings High School?
Hastings High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hastings High School offer ?
Hastings High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hastings High School part of?
Hastings High School is part of Hastings Area School District.
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