Serving 71 students in grades 9-12, Malcolm 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 71 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Malcolm High School's student population of 71 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
71 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
A Great Place to Learn
School Rankings
Malcolm 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 Malcolm High School is 0.54, 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
#2407 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
45%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
9%
Showing 2002–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Malcolm High School's ranking?
Malcolm High School is ranked #2407 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Malcolm High School?
The graduation rate of Malcolm High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Malcolm High School?
71 students attend Malcolm High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Malcolm High School students are White, 45% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Malcolm High School?
Malcolm High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Malcolm High School offer ?
Malcolm High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Malcolm High School part of?
Malcolm High School is part of Sault Ste. Marie Area Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Sault Ste. Marie Alternative High School is a great place for students to come when they feel disconnected from regular high school. If you're a parent and you don't know why your child is skipping classes- it might be because they do not feel comfortable at a normal school. The alternative school's population isn't made up of gang members and lazy bums! These are young people that need extra attention and positive teachers that are willing to help.
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