Serving 1,028 students in grades 9-12, Swartz Creek 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 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,028 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Swartz Creek High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Swartz Creek High School's student population of 1,028 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,028 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Swartz Creek 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 Swartz Creek High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1595 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swartz Creek High School's ranking?
Swartz Creek High School is ranked #1595 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Swartz Creek High School often compared to?
Swartz Creek High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Fenton High School, Linden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Swartz Creek High School?
The graduation rate of Swartz Creek High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Swartz Creek High School?
1,028 students attend Swartz Creek High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Swartz Creek High School students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swartz Creek High School?
Swartz Creek High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Swartz Creek High School offer ?
Swartz Creek High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swartz Creek High School part of?
Swartz Creek High School is part of Swartz Creek Community Schools School District.
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