High Schools in Mancelona Public Schools

Mancelona Public Schools operates a single high school, Mancelona High School, which serves students in grades 9-12 in the Mancelona, Michigan area. While the school has seen some fluctuations in its statewide ranking over the years, it currently ranks 532 out of 739 Michigan high schools and is rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger, indicating it is not a standout performer compared to other schools in the state.

Mancelona High School faces several challenges, including a below-average four-year graduation rate of 82.8%, a higher-than-average dropout rate of 7.6%, and a concerning chronic absenteeism rate of 29.5%. The school's test scores are generally below state averages in subjects like M-Step Science, M-Step Social Studies, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing, and SAT Mathematics. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of students (71.03%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively low-income student population.

Despite spending $16,218 per student, which is higher than the state average, and maintaining a student-teacher ratio of 15.9, which is slightly higher than the state average, Mancelona High School's overall performance and competitiveness compared to other schools in Mancelona Public Schools district and the state of Michigan appears to be declining. The school may need to implement targeted interventions and support to address the challenges it faces and improve student outcomes.