Birch Run High School is a public high school located at 12450 Church Street in Birch Run, Michigan and part of the Birch Run Area Schools district. Birch Run's mascot is the panther, and its colors are blue and gold.
Serving 38 students in grades 9-12, Birch Run Progressive High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 38:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 38:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 21-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Birch Run Progressive High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 64.3 square miles in Birch Run, MI. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 4.8 miles, reaching up to 8.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birch Run Progressive High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Birch Run Progressive High School's student population of 38 students has grown by 216% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
38 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Birch Run Progressive High School is 0.29, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
38:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
18%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
21-39%
81.8%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)81.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Birch Run Progressive High School?
The graduation rate of Birch Run Progressive High School is 21-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Birch Run Progressive High School?
38 students attend Birch Run Progressive High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Birch Run Progressive High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Birch Run Progressive High School?
Birch Run Progressive High School has a student ration of 38:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Birch Run Progressive High School offer ?
Birch Run Progressive High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Birch Run Progressive High School part of?
Birch Run Progressive High School is part of Birch Run Area Schools.
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