Serving 47 students in grades 9-12, Arenac Eastern High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
85%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)≥50%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Arenac Eastern School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arenac Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Arenac Eastern High School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Arenac Eastern High School?
47 students attend Arenac Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Arenac Eastern High School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arenac Eastern High School?
Arenac Eastern High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arenac Eastern High School offer ?
Arenac Eastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Arenac Eastern High School part of?
Arenac Eastern High School is part of Arenac Eastern School District.
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