Serving 64 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mackinac Island 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Mackinac Island School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 27.5 square miles around Mackinac Island, MI. Families can typically expect a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 4.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mackinac Island School's student population of 64 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
64 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Mackinac Island 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 Mackinac Island School is 0.49, 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
#1425 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
11%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
70%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2008–2024. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mackinac Island School's ranking?
Mackinac Island School is ranked #1425 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mackinac Island School?
The graduation rate of Mackinac Island School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mackinac Island School?
64 students attend Mackinac Island School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mackinac Island School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mackinac Island School?
Mackinac Island School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mackinac Island School offer ?
Mackinac Island School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mackinac Island School part of?
Mackinac Island School is part of Mackinac Island School District.
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