Serving 125 students in grades 9-12, Suttons Bay Senior 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 ≤10% (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 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 125 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Suttons Bay Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Suttons Bay, MI, encompassing approximately 82.6 square miles. The area typically allows for a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.8 miles and the furthest edge located 8.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suttons Bay Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Suttons Bay Senior High School's student population of 125 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
125 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Suttons Bay Senior 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 Suttons Bay Senior High School is 0.70, which is more 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
#1529 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
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)
50-59%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
19%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
11%
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
80-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
11 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
Cross CountryCross Country Running
FootballGolf
SoccerSoftball
TrackTrack and Field
Volley Ball
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Business Professionals of AmericaCultural Club
National Honor Society
Arts and Music Programs:
BandDrama
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Our mission at Suttons Bay Schools is to embrace all, support all, and empower all. Our district is rich in tradition, allows opportunity for all, and embraces our diverse student body. We are fortunate to be located in a close-knit, supportive community surrounded by amazing natural beauty. At Suttons Bay we offer every student the opportunity to excel and grow in an environment where every student is known, supported, appreciated, and encouraged.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suttons Bay Senior High School's ranking?
Suttons Bay Senior High School is ranked #1529 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Suttons Bay Senior High School often compared to?
Suttons Bay Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leland Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% 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 Suttons Bay Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Suttons Bay Senior High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Suttons Bay Senior High School?
125 students attend Suttons Bay Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Suttons Bay Senior High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suttons Bay Senior High School?
Suttons Bay Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Suttons Bay Senior High School offer ?
Suttons Bay Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Suttons Bay Senior High School part of?
Suttons Bay Senior High School is part of Suttons Bay School District.
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