Serving 543 students in grades 9-12, Allegan 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Allegan High School's attendance zone covers the entire Allegan school district, encompassing approximately 156.3 square miles. The area is located in Allegan, MI, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 10 to 15 minutes, and the furthest edge of the zone is about 10.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Allegan High School's student population of 543 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Allegan High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Allegan High School is 0.34, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
81%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allegan High School's ranking?
Allegan High School is ranked #1878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allegan High School often compared to?
Allegan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hamilton High School, Fennville Public High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allegan High School?
The graduation rate of Allegan High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Allegan High School?
543 students attend Allegan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Allegan High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allegan High School?
Allegan High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Allegan High School offer ?
Allegan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Allegan High School part of?
Allegan High School is part of Allegan School District.
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