High Schools in Cass City Public Schools

Cass City Junior and Senior High School is the sole high school within Cass City Public Schools, serving grades 7-12 in the rural Michigan community of Cass City with 418 students enrolled.

This school stands out for its exceptional student retention and consistent academic growth. With a 94.8% graduation rate—nearly 11 points above the state average—and a remarkable 0.0% dropout rate compared to Michigan's 7.1% average, the school clearly keeps students engaged through graduation. The school has also improved its statewide ranking for three consecutive years, climbing from 306th to 196th out of roughly 740-800 schools. Academic performance is strongest in the middle grades, where 7th and 8th graders exceed state proficiency averages by 8-24 points across ELA, math, science, and social studies. The 11th grade social studies program is a particular standout, with 62.9% proficiency versus the state's 43.2%—a nearly 20-point advantage. Even with 41% of students qualifying for free or reduced lunch, the school outperforms state averages in 12 of 14 subject-grade combinations, suggesting effective support for students across economic backgrounds.

However, there are areas of concern. Most notably, 11th-grade SAT math proficiency dropped sharply from 33.8% to 21.4% year-over-year, now falling 5.1 points below the state average—this is puzzling given that 10th-grade PSAT math scores (50.8%) are exceptionally strong, possibly indicating a curriculum alignment gap. Science proficiency in 11th grade also trails the state by 3.8 points. Chronic absenteeism sits at 15.3%, well below the state's 27.9% but higher than the district's 11.7%, suggesting older students may miss more school than younger ones. Overall, Cass City Junior and Senior High School offers a strong, supportive learning environment with excellent retention and middle-school academics, though families should be aware of the upper-grade math and science challenges.