Serving 469 students in grades 9-12, Newaygo 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newaygo High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newaygo High School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newaygo 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 Newaygo High School is 0.27, which is less 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
#2138 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
85%
63%
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
55%
50%
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 Newaygo High School's ranking?
Newaygo High School is ranked #2138 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Newaygo High School often compared to?
Newaygo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fremont High School, Grant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newaygo High School?
The graduation rate of Newaygo High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Newaygo High School?
469 students attend Newaygo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Newaygo High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newaygo High School?
Newaygo High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newaygo High School offer ?
Newaygo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newaygo High School part of?
Newaygo High School is part of Newaygo Public School District.
School Reviews
4 11/13/2020
A great school with amazing teachers that care about their students. Teachers are calm, considerate, and always helping the student strive.
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