Grass Lake High School is a public high school in Grass Lake, Michigan, United States. It has about 400 students. The school, though it has been in multiple locations over the years, can trace its institutional history back to 1863.
Serving 392 students in grades 9-12, Grass Lake High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grass Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grass Lake High School's student population of 392 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
White, Navy Blue
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 20, 2025
School Motto
Individual Excellence Inspired by Tradition and Innovation
School Rankings
Grass Lake 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 Grass Lake High School is 0.13, 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
#992 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Grass Lake High School's ranking?
Grass Lake High School is ranked #992 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Grass Lake High School often compared to?
Grass Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea High School, Hanoverhorton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grass Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Grass Lake High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Grass Lake High School?
392 students attend Grass Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Grass Lake High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grass Lake High School?
Grass Lake High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Grass Lake High School offer ?
Grass Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grass Lake High School part of?
Grass Lake High School is part of Grass Lake Community Schools School District.
School Calendar
View the Grass Lake High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 20, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
March 27, 2026 (Friday)
Half Day of School - Last Day of the 2025-2026 School Year
June 04, 2026 (Thursday)
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