Swan Valley High School is a public high school in the Swan Valley School District of Thomas Township, Michigan. Swan Valley High School is part of the Tri-Valley Central Conference. Swan Valley has been part of the Mid-Michigan B, TVC East, TVC West, and the TVC Central conferences since its start in 1971.
Serving 504 students in grades 9-12, Swan Valley 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Saginaw, MI, covering approximately 34 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swan Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Swan Valley High School's student population of 504 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 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 ↓
Year Founded
1971
School Motto
Once a Viking, Always a Viking!
School Rankings
Swan Valley 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 Swan Valley High School is 0.40, 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
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
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
White, Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Valley High School's ranking?
Swan Valley High School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swan Valley High School often compared to?
Swan Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heritage High School, Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swan Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Swan Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Swan Valley High School?
504 students attend Swan Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Swan Valley High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Swan Valley High School?
Swan Valley High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Swan Valley High School offer ?
Swan Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Swan Valley High School part of?
Swan Valley High School is part of Swan Valley School District.
In what neighborhood is Swan Valley High School located?
Swan Valley High School is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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