Serving 141 students in grades 9-12, Mackinaw 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mackinaw High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Mackinaw High School's student population of 141 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
Every Student Every Day
School Rankings
Mackinaw 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 Mackinaw High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
31%
9%
Black
26%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Mackinaw High School's ranking?
Mackinaw High School is ranked #1665 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mackinaw High School?
The graduation rate of Mackinaw High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mackinaw High School?
141 students attend Mackinaw High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Mackinaw High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mackinaw High School?
Mackinaw High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mackinaw High School offer ?
Mackinaw High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mackinaw High School part of?
Mackinaw High School is part of Saginaw Township Community Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Mackinaw High School located?
Mackinaw High School is located in the Saginaw Township North neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Saginaw Township North.
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