Gladwin High School is a public high school located at 1400 N Spring St in Gladwin, Michigan. It is the only high school in the Gladwin Community Schools district.
Serving 15 students in grades 9-12, Gladwin Community Alternative High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gladwin Community Alternative High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Gladwin Community Alternative High School's student population of 15 students has declined by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Gladwin Community Alternative High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gladwin Community Alternative High School is 0.13, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
93%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
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 Gladwin Community Alternative High School's ranking?
Gladwin Community Alternative High School is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gladwin Community Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Gladwin Community Alternative High School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gladwin Community Alternative High School?
15 students attend Gladwin Community Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Gladwin Community Alternative High School students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gladwin Community Alternative High School?
Gladwin Community Alternative High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gladwin Community Alternative High School offer ?
Gladwin Community Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gladwin Community Alternative High School part of?
Gladwin Community Alternative High School is part of Gladwin Community Schools School District.
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