Gaylord High School is a public secondary school in Gaylord, Michigan. It serves grades 9-12 for Gaylord Community Schools. As of the 2024-25 school year, the principal is former GIS assistant principal Sean Byram.
Serving 933 students in grades 9-12, Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 933 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg's student population of 933 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
933 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg 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 Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#659 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg's ranking?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg is ranked #659 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg often compared to?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldgis often viewed alongside schools like Johannesburglewiston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg?
The graduation rate of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg is 84%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg?
933 students attend Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg offer ?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg part of?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg is part of Gaylord Community Schools School District.
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