Serving 367 students in grades 6-12, Genesee 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Genesee High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 6.4 square miles in Genesee, MI. The area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Genesee High School's student population of 367 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Genesee 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 Genesee High School is 0.46, 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
#2273 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Genesee High School's ranking?
Genesee High School is ranked #2273 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Genesee High School often compared to?
Genesee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kearsley High School, Haas Elementary School, Clio Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Genesee High School?
The graduation rate of Genesee High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Genesee High School?
367 students attend Genesee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Genesee High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Genesee High School?
Genesee High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Genesee High School offer ?
Genesee High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Genesee High School part of?
Genesee High School is part of Genesee School District.
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