Serving 538 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 538 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Swan Valley High School's student population of 538 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
538 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Swan Valley High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Swan Valley High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1107 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #1107 out of 2,925 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swan Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Swan Valley High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Swan Valley High School?
538 students attend Swan Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Swan Valley High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
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 17:1.
What grades does Swan Valley High School offer ?
Swan Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
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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