Serving 48 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 48 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education's student population of 48 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
48 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education is 0.08, 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
#444 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(16-17)<50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education's ranking?
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education is ranked #444 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education?
The graduation rate of Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education?
48 students attend Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education students are White, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education?
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education offer ?
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education part of?
Gogebicontonagon Isd Special Education is part of Gogebic-Ontonagon Independent School District.
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