At a glance
Reported students
379
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
19.59
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
19.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Michigan high enrollment
59th percentile
Compared with 978 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
350
Hartford High School: 379 reported students.
State peer staffing position
64th percentile
19.3:1 reported; state peer median 18.1:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 383
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19.87
- Student–teacher ratio
- 19.3:1
What the reported data says about Hartford High School
Hartford High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Hartford. It is one of 4 current school records connected to Hartford Public Schools. NCES reports 379 students for 2024–25.
Among 978 high schools in Michigan with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 280 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 59th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 19.3:1, close to the Michigan median of 18.1:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (57.8%) and White (35.4%). English learners represent 18.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.7%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 3 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Hartford High School
- 1How do the reported 19.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 19.59 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 18.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.7%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 70.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White35.4%
- Hispanic57.8%
- Black1.6%
- Asian0%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
3 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Hartford Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Hartford Alternative Education
High · Grades 06–12
122 reported students
Hartford Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
321 reported students
Redwood Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
516 reported students
Public schools near Hartford High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford Alternative Education High · Hartford Public Schools | 06–12 | 122 | under 0.1 mi |
| Watervliet Senior High School High · Watervliet School District | 09–12 | 360 | 4.7 mi |
| WAY Watervliet High School High · Watervliet School District | 09–12 | 90 | 4.7 mi |
| Lawrence JrSr High School High · Lawrence Public Schools | 07–12 | 179 | 5.5 mi |
| Van Buren Tech High · Van Buren ISD | 11–12 | 0 | 6 mi |
| Bangor High School High · Bangor Public Schools (Van Buren) | 09–12 | 264 | 7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Hartford High School
What grades does Hartford High School serve?
Hartford High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Hartford Public Schools.
How many students attend Hartford High School?
Hartford High School reported 379 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 59th percentile among 978 Michigan high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 383 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Hartford High School?
The calculated ratio is 19.3:1, based on 379 students and 19.59 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Michigan median for the same school level is 18.1:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Hartford High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Hartford High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Hartford Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Hartford High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
70.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Hartford High School in?
Hartford High School is part of Hartford Public Schools, based in Hartford, MI, which operates 4 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Hartford High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Hartford Alternative Education (under 0.1 mi), Watervliet Senior High School (4.7 mi), WAY Watervliet High School (4.7 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.