McBain Rural Agricultural School is a K-12 public school in McBain, Michigan. It is within the McBain Rural Agricultural School District. In 2015 the school posted a job advertisement for a superintendent stating that the applicant must have "a strong Christian background and philosophy".
Serving 294 students in grades 9-12, Mcbain High 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MCBAIN HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Mc Bain, MI, covering approximately 178.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 and 15 minutes, with an average distance of 7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 14 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcbain High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcbain High School's student population of 294 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
294 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mcbain 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 Mcbain High School is 0.20, 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
#1181 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green & Gold
School Mascot
Ramblers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcbain High School's ranking?
Mcbain High School is ranked #1181 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mcbain High School often compared to?
Mcbain High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcbain High School?
The graduation rate of Mcbain High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Mcbain High School?
294 students attend Mcbain High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Mcbain High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcbain High School?
Mcbain High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mcbain High School offer ?
Mcbain High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mcbain High School part of?
Mcbain High School is part of Mcbain Rural Agricultural Schools.
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