Serving 1,268 students in grades 9-12, Mona Shores 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 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,268 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mona Shores High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mona Shores High School's student population of 1,268 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,268 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mona Shores 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 Mona Shores High School is 0.45, 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
#1195 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Mona Shores High School's ranking?
Mona Shores High School is ranked #1195 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mona Shores High School often compared to?
Mona Shores High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fruitport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mona Shores High School?
The graduation rate of Mona Shores High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mona Shores High School?
1,268 students attend Mona Shores High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mona Shores High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mona Shores High School?
Mona Shores High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mona Shores High School offer ?
Mona Shores High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mona Shores High School part of?
Mona Shores High School is part of Mona Shores Public School District.
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