Serving 251 students in grades 7-12, Summerfield Juniorsenior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Summerfield Junior/Senior High School is located in Petersburg, MI, and serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district, encompassing approximately 42.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School's student population of 251 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
251 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1947
School Calendar
School Motto
Small School, Big Heart
School Rankings
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Summerfield Juniorsenior High School is 0.13, 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
#674 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summerfield Juniorsenior High School's ranking?
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School is ranked #674 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Summerfield Juniorsenior High School often compared to?
Summerfield Juniorsenior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Whiteford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Summerfield Juniorsenior High School?
The graduation rate of Summerfield Juniorsenior High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Summerfield Juniorsenior High School?
251 students attend Summerfield Juniorsenior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Summerfield Juniorsenior High School students are White, 5% 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 Summerfield Juniorsenior High School?
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Summerfield Juniorsenior High School offer ?
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Summerfield Juniorsenior High School part of?
Summerfield Juniorsenior High School is part of Summerfield Schools.
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