Serving 341 students in grades 7-12, Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 18% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School's student population of 341 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School is 0.32, 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
#1247 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
8%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School's ranking?
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School is ranked #1247 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School?
341 students attend Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School?
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School offer ?
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School part of?
Bark Riverharris Jrsr High School is part of Bark River-Harris School District.
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