Serving 133 students in grades 7-12, Bear Lake 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 133 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bear Lake High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 54.4 square miles in and around Bear Lake, MI. Parents can expect a typical drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bear Lake High School's student population of 133 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
133 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bear Lake 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 Bear Lake 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
#1798 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Lakers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bear Lake High School's ranking?
Bear Lake High School is ranked #1798 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bear Lake High School often compared to?
Bear Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manistee Middle High School, Onekama Consolidated Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bear Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Bear Lake High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Bear Lake High School?
133 students attend Bear Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bear Lake High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bear Lake High School?
Bear Lake High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Bear Lake High School offer ?
Bear Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bear Lake High School part of?
Bear Lake High School is part of Bear Lake Schools.
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