Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Stephenson Area Public 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Stephenson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Stephenson, MI, covering approximately 536.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and the furthest edge located about 25 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stephenson Area Public School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stephenson Area Public School's student population of 380 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Stephenson Area Public Schools provides a safe environment to educate, challenge and inspire all students to be life-long responsible learners.
School Rankings
Stephenson Area Public 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 Stephenson Area Public School is 0.12, 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
#1148 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
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
≥80%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. 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 Stephenson Area Public School's ranking?
Stephenson Area Public School is ranked #1148 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Stephenson Area Public School often compared to?
Stephenson Area Public Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Menominee High School, North Central Area Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stephenson Area Public School?
The graduation rate of Stephenson Area Public School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Stephenson Area Public School?
380 students attend Stephenson Area Public School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Stephenson Area Public School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stephenson Area Public School?
Stephenson Area Public School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stephenson Area Public School offer ?
Stephenson Area Public School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Stephenson Area Public School part of?
Stephenson Area Public School is part of Stephenson Area School District.
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