Serving 694 students in grades 7-12, Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School's student population of 694 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Standishsterling Central Jrsr 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 Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School 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
#1204 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School's ranking?
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School is ranked #1204 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School?
694 students attend Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School?
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School offer ?
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School part of?
Standishsterling Central Jrsr High School is part of Standish-Sterling Community Schools School District.
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