Coldwater High School is a public high school in Coldwater, Michigan with approximately 1000 students. It is part of the Coldwater Community School district and is fully accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 981 students in grades 9-12, Coldwater 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 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 (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 981 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Coldwater High School's student population of 981 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
981 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1862
School Rankings
Coldwater High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coldwater 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
#1503 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Northern Cardinal
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coldwater High School's ranking?
Coldwater High School is ranked #1503 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Coldwater High School often compared to?
Coldwater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronson Jrsr High School, Quincy High School, Pansophia Academy 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 35% MI state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coldwater High School?
The graduation rate of Coldwater High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Coldwater High School?
981 students attend Coldwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Coldwater High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coldwater High School?
Coldwater High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Coldwater High School offer ?
Coldwater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coldwater High School part of?
Coldwater High School is part of Coldwater Community Schools.
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