Serving 413 students in grades 9-12, Mason County Central 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mason County Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mason County Central High School's student population of 413 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1954
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mason County Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mason County Central High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2273 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mason County Central Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mason County Central High School's ranking?
Mason County Central High School is ranked #2273 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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 Mason County Central High School?
The graduation rate of Mason County Central High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mason County Central High School?
413 students attend Mason County Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Mason County Central High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mason County Central High School?
Mason County Central High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mason County Central High School offer ?
Mason County Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mason County Central High School part of?
Mason County Central High School is part of Mason County Central Schools.
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