Serving 1,089 students in grades 6-12, Escanaba Juniorsenior 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 30% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,089 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Escanaba Area Public High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 200.7 square miles in Escanaba, MI. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 22.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School's student population of 1,089 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,089 students
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Escanaba Juniorsenior 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 Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is 0.19, 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
#1565 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Escanaba Juniorsenior High School's ranking?
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is ranked #1565 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Escanaba Juniorsenior High School often compared to?
Escanaba Juniorsenior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gladstone Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?
The graduation rate of Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?
1,089 students attend Escanaba Juniorsenior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Escanaba Juniorsenior High School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Escanaba Juniorsenior High School offer ?
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Escanaba Juniorsenior High School part of?
Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is part of Escanaba Area School District.
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