Gull Lake Community Schools School District
School District · Richland, Michigan
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,950
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Avg Rating
7.4
out of 10
Schools
7
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,950
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Evaluating Gull Lake Community Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Gull Lake Community Schools as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Gull Lake High School
Richland · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School
Richland · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Gull Lake Virtual Partnership
Richland · Other. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#60 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,950
$633 vs Michigan median
District size
3,330 students
Much larger than Michigan median
The short answer
Gull Lake Community Schools ranks #60 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Gull Lake Community Schools's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are Gull Lake High School (7.2/10), Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School (7.1/10), and Gull Lake Virtual Partnership (6.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Gull Lake Community Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 7). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gull Lake High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School | 7.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Gull Lake Virtual Partnership | 6.7 / 10 |
| 4 | Gull Lake Gateway Academy | 6.7 / 10 |
| 5 | Gull Lake Middle School | 6.5 / 10 |
See all 7 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Gull Lake Community Schools
Gull Lake Community Schools is a Richland, Michigan school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 3,330 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.9:1. The district invests $13,950 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.4/10, Gull Lake Community Schools is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Gull Lake High School, which has a composite score of 7.2/10.
In standardized testing, Gull Lake Community Schools students show an average math proficiency of 44.0% and ELA proficiency of 62.1%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Gull Lake Community Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Gull Lake Community Schools with test data.
Schools in Gull Lake Community Schools
7 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
Other Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Richland
- Total Enrollment
- 3,330
- Teachers (FTE)
- 210
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Gull Lake Community Schools?
Gull Lake Community Schools has 7 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Gull Lake Community Schools?
The average composite rating for Gull Lake Community Schools is 7.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Gull Lake Community Schools?
Gull Lake Community Schools spends $13,950 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Gull Lake Community Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Gull Lake Community Schools is 15.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Gull Lake Community Schools?
Gull Lake High School is the highest-rated school in Gull Lake Community Schools with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What are the test scores in Gull Lake Community Schools?
Across schools in Gull Lake Community Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 44.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 62.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Gull Lake Community Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
Gull Lake Community Schools has an average school rating of 7.4/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Michigan by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 44.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 62.1%
Resources
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateOther School Districts in MI
Compare Gull Lake Community Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
- Detroit Public Schools Community District (106)
- Grand Rapids Public Schools (51)
- Utica Community Schools (38)
- Dearborn City School District (37)
- Ann Arbor Public Schools (32)
- Kalamazoo Public Schools (31)
- Lansing Public School District (26)
- Livonia Public Schools School District (26)
- Michigan Department of Corrections (25)
- Plymouth-canton Community Schools (25)
- Warren Consolidated Schools (23)
- Rochester Community School District (22)
- Troy School District (21)
- Chippewa Valley Schools (20)
- Walled Lake Consolidated Schools (20)
- L'anse Creuse Public Schools (19)
- Forest Hills Public Schools (18)
- Waterford School District (17)
- Wayne-westland Community School District (16)
- Farmington Public School District (16)
- Huron Valley Schools (16)
- Kentwood Public Schools (16)
- Port Huron Area School District (16)
- Saginaw School District of the City of (16)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Michigan Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
Related reading
Get school insights in your inbox
New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.