Serving 147 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mackinaw City K12 School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Mackinaw City K-12 School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 52.3 square miles around Mackinaw City, MI. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 9.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mackinaw City K12 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Mackinaw City K12 School's student population of 147 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
2 acres
School Rankings
Mackinaw City K12 School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mackinaw City K12 School is 0.27, 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
#573 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
85%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mackinaw City K12 School's ranking?
Mackinaw City K12 School is ranked #573 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mackinaw City K12 School?
The graduation rate of Mackinaw City K12 School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Mackinaw City K12 School?
147 students attend Mackinaw City K12 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Mackinaw City K12 School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mackinaw City K12 School?
Mackinaw City K12 School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mackinaw City K12 School offer ?
Mackinaw City K12 School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mackinaw City K12 School part of?
Mackinaw City K12 School is part of Mackinaw City School District.
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