Serving 456 students in grades 9-12, Reed City High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 456 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reed City High School's student population of 456 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
456 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Rankings
Reed City 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 Reed City High School is 0.19, 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
#1843 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
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 Reed City High School's ranking?
Reed City High School is ranked #1843 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Reed City High School often compared to?
Reed City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Evart High School, Reed City Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reed City High School?
The graduation rate of Reed City High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Reed City High School?
456 students attend Reed City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Reed City High School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Reed City High School?
Reed City High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Reed City High School offer ?
Reed City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reed City High School part of?
Reed City High School is part of Reed City Area School District.
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