Serving 28 students in grades 6-12, Shawono Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 28 students
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shawono Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Shawono Center's student population of 28 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
28 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Students by Grade

School Rankings
The diversity score of Shawono Center is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)<50%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
n/a
9%

Black
43%
18%

White
46%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
<50%
81%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
4%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shawono Center?
The graduation rate of Shawono Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Shawono Center?
28 students attend Shawono Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Shawono Center students are White, 43% of students are Black, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Shawono Center offer ?
Shawono Center offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Shawono Center part of?
Shawono Center is part of Michigan Department Of Human Services School District.
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