Serving 1,052 students in grades 9-12, Swartz Creek 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 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,052 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swartz Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Swartz Creek High School's student population of 1,052 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,052 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swartz Creek High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swartz Creek High School is 0.38, 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
#1681 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
78%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swartz Creek High School's ranking?
Swartz Creek High School is ranked #1681 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swartz Creek High School often compared to?
Swartz Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Fenton High School, Linden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swartz Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Swartz Creek High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swartz Creek High School?
1,052 students attend Swartz Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Swartz Creek High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Swartz Creek High School?
Swartz Creek High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swartz Creek High School offer ?
Swartz Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Swartz Creek High School part of?
Swartz Creek High School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools School District.
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