Northern High School

3801 LEONARD ST NE
GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49525

www.fhps.net

1,088 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Northern High School, located at 3801 Leonard St NE in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is a prominent secondary institution within the Forest Hills Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive student development, the school serves the local community by providing a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success. Its location in the Grand Rapids area places it within a district widely recognized for its high standards, diverse extracurricular opportunities, and dedication to fostering a supportive learning environment.

The school’s website (fhps.net) reflects a broader institutional focus on innovation, community involvement, and holistic education. Students at Northern High School typically benefit from a wide array of resources, ranging from competitive athletic programs and robust arts initiatives to advanced placement courses and technology-integrated classrooms. By prioritizing both scholarly achievement and character development, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded graduates who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing global landscape.

1,088

Total Students

70.3

Full-Time Teachers

15.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Northern High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	769
Hispanic	92
Black	71
Asian	90
Two or More	65
American Indian	1

White
769 (70.7%)
Hispanic
92 (8.5%)
Asian
90 (8.3%)
Black
71 (6.5%)
Two or More
65 (6.0%)
American Indian
1 (0.1%)

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:	Forest Hills Public Schools
Phone:	(616)493-8600
Website:	http://www.fhps.net
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,088
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	70.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	173
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* 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 9 275

Grade 10 265

Grade 11 281

Grade 12 267