Serving 685 students in grades 6-12, Manistee Middle High 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 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Manistee Middle High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 408.8 square miles in Manistee, MI. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 6.9 miles and extending up to 33.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Manistee Middle High School's student population of 685 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1933
School Calendar
School Motto
Mariners Lead the Way!
School Rankings
Manistee Middle High 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 Manistee Middle High 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
#1249 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Mariners
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manistee Middle High School's ranking?
Manistee Middle High School is ranked #1249 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Manistee Middle High School often compared to?
Manistee Middle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Onekama Consolidated Schools, Bear Lake High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manistee Middle High School?
The graduation rate of Manistee Middle High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Manistee Middle High School?
685 students attend Manistee Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Manistee Middle High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Manistee Middle High School?
Manistee Middle High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Manistee Middle High School offer ?
Manistee Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Manistee Middle High School part of?
Manistee Middle High School is part of Manistee Area School District.
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