Serving 325 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Baraga 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Baraga School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Baraga School's student population of 325 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Baraga School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Baraga School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2138 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
50%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
46%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 is Baraga School's ranking?
Baraga School is ranked #2138 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Baraga School often compared to?
Baraga Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lanse Area School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Baraga School?
The graduation rate of Baraga School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Baraga School?
325 students attend Baraga School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Baraga School students are American Indian, 46% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Baraga School?
Baraga School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Baraga School offer ?
Baraga School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Baraga School part of?
Baraga School is part of Baraga Area Schools School District.
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