Serving 973 students in grades 9-12, Sturgis High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 973 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sturgis High School's student population of 973 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
973 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Sturgis High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sturgis High School is 0.54, 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
#1830 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
40%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Sturgis High School's ranking?
Sturgis High School is ranked #1830 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sturgis High School often compared to?
Sturgis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Rivers High School, Centreville Jr Sr High School, Colon High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sturgis High School?
The graduation rate of Sturgis High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sturgis High School?
973 students attend Sturgis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Sturgis High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sturgis High School?
Sturgis High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Sturgis High School offer ?
Sturgis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sturgis High School part of?
Sturgis High School is part of Sturgis School District.
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