Serving 402 students in grades 6-12, Manistique Middle And 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manistique Middle And High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manistique Middle And High School's student population of 402 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Manistique Middle And High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Manistique Middle And 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
#1620 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)27%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
23%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manistique Middle And High School's ranking?
Manistique Middle And High School is ranked #1620 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Manistique Middle And High School often compared to?
Manistique Middle And High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Bay De Noc School, Escanaba Juniorsenior High School, Gladstone Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manistique Middle And High School?
The graduation rate of Manistique Middle And High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Manistique Middle And High School?
402 students attend Manistique Middle And High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Manistique Middle And High School students are White, 23% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manistique Middle And High School?
Manistique Middle And High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Manistique Middle And High School offer ?
Manistique Middle And High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Manistique Middle And High School part of?
Manistique Middle And High School is part of Manistique Area Schools School District.
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