Gull Lake High School is part of the Gull Lake Community Schools in Richland, Michigan. The district was consolidated in the early 1960s from the existing Richland, Kellogg, and Bedford secondary schools and serves nearly 1000 students from a three-county area: NE Kalamazoo, NW Calhoun, and Southern Barry Counties.
Serving 844 students in grades 8-12, Gull Lake High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 844 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gull Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gull Lake High School's student population of 844 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
844 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Navy Blue
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Motto
'Educate, Inspire, Empower'
School Rankings
Gull Lake High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gull Lake 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
#453 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
82%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
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 Gull Lake High School's ranking?
Gull Lake High School is ranked #453 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Gull Lake High School often compared to?
Gull Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Portage Central High School, Portage Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gull Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Gull Lake High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Gull Lake High School?
844 students attend Gull Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Gull Lake High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gull Lake High School?
Gull Lake High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Gull Lake High School offer ?
Gull Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gull Lake High School part of?
Gull Lake High School is part of Gull Lake Community Schools.
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