Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Bangor High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bangor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Bangor High School's student population of 277 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bangor High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bangor High School is 0.61, which is more 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
#2621 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
43%
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
45%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
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 Bangor High School's ranking?
Bangor High School is ranked #2621 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bangor High School often compared to?
Bangor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paw Paw High School, South Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bangor High School?
The graduation rate of Bangor High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Bangor High School?
277 students attend Bangor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Bangor High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bangor High School?
Bangor High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bangor High School offer ?
Bangor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bangor High School part of?
Bangor High School is part of Bangor Public Schools (Van Buren) School District.
School Reviews
3 8/12/2018
This school has revitalized in the past few years. With new staff and administration, new and exciting electives, and a recommitting to the students, I see a bright future for the Vikings.
2 11/9/2010
The school is too strict and has very harsh and out of context punishments.
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