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 907 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 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Gaylord High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 278.6 square miles in Gaylord, MI. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 15.2 miles away.
- 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 907 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
907 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
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 0.13, 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
#659 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
84%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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 81.8%.
How many students attend Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg?
907 students attend Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg?
Gaylord High Schoolvoc Bldg has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
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.
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