What grades does Houghton Lake JrSr High School serve?

As a High school, Houghton Lake JrSr High School serves students in HOUGHTON LAKE, MI. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Houghton Lake JrSr High School located?

You can find Houghton Lake JrSr High School in HOUGHTON LAKE, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Houghton Lake JrSr High School?

At Houghton Lake JrSr High School, there are approximately 18.1 students for every teacher.

What schools are in HOUGHTON LAKE, MI?

Houghton Lake JrSr High School is among the schools serving HOUGHTON LAKE, MI. The school is part of the local school system.

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Houghton Lake JrSr High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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HOUGHTON LAKE, MI 48629

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Tue

HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 1Staff Day

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Sep

Wed

HLCS Open HouseEvent

Sep

Wed

HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 2Staff Day

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Sep

Wed

Academic Resource and Truancy Community ForumEvent

Sep

Tue

HLCS: First Day of School (1/2 Day Students, Full Day Staff)Event

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Oct

Mon

Homecoming WeekEvent

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

507

Student:Teacher

18.1:1

Locale

Town

District

Houghton Lake Community Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

75.3%

Phone

(989)366-2035

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

15-19%

Graduation Rate

85-89%

Chronic Absenteeism

30.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

3 courses offered

12 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

81 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

108 test takers

Athletics

9 sports, 14 teams

223 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 19.4:1

Worse than average in MI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

389

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

0.34

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,461

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,091

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,263

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 22%State 26%Local 52%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

26.7%

Below 150% poverty line

5.9%

Unemployment rate

5.4%

Uninsured residents

9.3%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

205

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

181

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

36%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

94 (52%)

Speech/Language Impairment

26 (14%)

Other Health Impairment

19 (10%)

Intellectual Disability

17 (9%)

Autism

12 (7%)

Emotional Disturbance

10 (6%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

484

Current enrollment

Declining(-11% 5yr)

Coming Up

Tue, Sep 1, 2026

HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 1

Staff Day

Wed, Sep 2, 2026

HLCS Open House

Event

Wed, Sep 2, 2026

HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 2

Staff Day

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Tue, Sep 1, 2026	HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 1	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	HLCS Open House	Event	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 2	Staff Day	—
Wed, Sep 2, 2026	Academic Resource and Truancy Community Forum	Event	—
Tue, Sep 8, 2026	HLCS: First Day of School (1/2 Day Students, Full Day Staff) Half Day for StudentsFull Day for Staff	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Homecoming Week	Event	—
Sat, Oct 17, 2026	Homecoming Dance	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No School: HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 3	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School: Thanksgiving Break	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Break	Break	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	1/2 Day Staff and Students: End of Semester 1	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School: HLCS Staff Professional Development Day 4	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School: Mid-Winter Break	Break	—
Sat, Mar 27, 2027	Spring Break	Break	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Class of 2027: Last Day of School	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	Underclassmen Awards: 1/2 Day Students and Teachers Half Day for StudentsFull Day for Staff	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School: Memorial Day	Holiday	—
Sun, Jun 6, 2027	2027 HLCS Graduation Ceremony	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	Semester 2 Exams	exam	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	Last Day of School- 1/2 Day End of Semester 2	Event	—