Serving 363 students in grades 9-12, Laingsburg 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laingsburg High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Laingsburg High School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laingsburg 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 Laingsburg High School is 0.19, 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
#1167 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
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
22%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laingsburg High School's ranking?
Laingsburg High School is ranked #1167 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Laingsburg High School often compared to?
Laingsburg High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corunna High School, Owosso High School, Morrice Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laingsburg High School?
The graduation rate of Laingsburg High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Laingsburg High School?
363 students attend Laingsburg High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Laingsburg High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laingsburg High School?
Laingsburg High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laingsburg High School offer ?
Laingsburg High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laingsburg High School part of?
Laingsburg High School is part of Laingsburg Community Schools School District.
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