Serving 503 students in grades 9-12, Newaygo 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newaygo High School's student population of 503 students has grown by 10% 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
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newaygo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newaygo High School is 0.25, 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
#1136 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
47%
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 Newaygo High School's ranking?
Newaygo High School is ranked #1136 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newaygo High School?
The graduation rate of Newaygo High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Newaygo High School?
503 students attend Newaygo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Newaygo High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newaygo High School?
Newaygo High School has a student ration of 23:1, 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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