Serving 618 students in grades 9-12, Birch Run High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (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 13% 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: 618 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Run High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Birch Run High School's student population of 618 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
618 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Birch Run 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 Birch Run High School is 0.24, 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
#1019 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birch Run High School's ranking?
Birch Run High School is ranked #1019 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Birch Run High School often compared to?
Birch Run High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frankenmuth High School, Bridgeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% 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 Birch Run High School?
The graduation rate of Birch Run High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Birch Run High School?
618 students attend Birch Run High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Birch Run High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birch Run High School?
Birch Run High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Birch Run High School offer ?
Birch Run High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Birch Run High School part of?
Birch Run High School is part of Birch Run Area Schools School District.
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