Armada Area Schools

Armada Area Schools is a small, high-performing district in Armada, Michigan, serving about 1,707 students across four schools: one elementary school (PK-5), one middle school (6-8), a traditional high school (9-12), and a small alternative education center.

For parents, the standout is Armada High School, which earns a 5-star rating and ranks in the 91st percentile statewide. Its 98.5% graduation rate far exceeds the state average, and its SAT scores in both reading and math are well above Michigan norms. The foundation for this success is built at Orville C Krause Elementary School, where 4th and 5th graders outperform state averages by 14 to 23 percentage points in math and reading. Armada Middle School is a mixed picture: 8th graders shine with math proficiency 23 points above the state, but 7th grade shows a notable dip, with ELA scores falling below the state average and math dropping nearly 19 points in one year. The Armada Continuing Education Center serves just 13 students, offering an alternative path with a 75% graduation rate and a much higher poverty rate than the district's other schools.

Overall, the district ranks in the 89th percentile and benefits from low poverty levels—free/reduced lunch rates range from about 12% at the high school to 21% at the elementary. Chronic absenteeism is roughly half the state average, though it rises with grade level, from under 9% in elementary to over 18% in high school. Per-student spending varies widely, from $18,564 at the high school to just $3,916 at the Continuing Education Center. While the district is consistently strong, the 7th grade slump and the resource gap for alternative students are worth watching.