Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Gladwin High School ranks in the top 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladwin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Gladwin High School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gladwin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladwin High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1493 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
95%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gladwin High School's ranking?
Gladwin High School is ranked #1493 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gladwin High School often compared to?
Gladwin High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harrison Community High School, Roscommon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gladwin High School?
The graduation rate of Gladwin High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gladwin High School?
495 students attend Gladwin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Gladwin High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladwin High School?
Gladwin High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gladwin High School offer ?
Gladwin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gladwin High School part of?
Gladwin High School is part of Gladwin Community Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
theres great chemistry among the stuents. the teachers do whatever they can to help stuents learn, and are always there when you need someone to talk to. the science program is phenominal. the school spirit here is unreal. every friday is blue and white day. spirit week is almmost intense. at assemblies, the excitement in the air is almost tangible. i would highly recommend this school. go G's!!
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