Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Hale Area School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hale High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Hale, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 156.5 square miles. Most students typically live within 10-15 minutes of the school, with an average distance of about 7 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, which extends up to 10.2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hale Area School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hale Area School's student population of 347 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
'Empowering students towards success.'
School Rankings
Hale Area 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 Hale Area School is 0.15, 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
#1259 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hale Area School's ranking?
Hale Area School is ranked #1259 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hale Area School often compared to?
Hale Area Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oscoda Area High School, Tawas Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hale Area School?
The graduation rate of Hale Area School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hale Area School?
347 students attend Hale Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Hale Area School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hale Area School?
Hale Area School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Hale Area School offer ?
Hale Area School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hale Area School part of?
Hale Area School is part of Hale Area Schools.
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