Serving 42 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Clinton County Education Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
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 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton County Education Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Clinton County Education Center's student population of 42 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Clinton County Education Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clinton County Education Center is 0.22, 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
#772 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
85%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton County Education Center's ranking?
Clinton County Education Center is ranked #772 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
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 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clinton County Education Center?
The graduation rate of Clinton County Education Center is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Clinton County Education Center?
42 students attend Clinton County Education Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Clinton County Education Center students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clinton County Education Center?
Clinton County Education Center has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clinton County Education Center offer ?
Clinton County Education Center offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Clinton County Education Center part of?
Clinton County Education Center is part of Clinton County RESA School District.
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