Mason County Central Schools School District
School District · Scottville, Michigan
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,770
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
5
2 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,770
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Evaluating Mason County Central Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Mason County Central 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.
Mason County Central HS
Scottville · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mason County Central Upper Elementary
Scottville · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Mason County Central MS
Scottville · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#364 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,770
$1,813 vs Michigan median
District size
1,211 students
Typical than Michigan median
The short answer
Mason County Central Schools ranks #364 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Mason County Central Schools's schools with real test data average 5.2/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Mason County Central HS (6.7/10), Mason County Central Upper Elementary (4.7/10), and Mason County Central MS (4.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Mason County Central Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mason County Central HS | 6.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Mason County Central Upper Elementary | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Mason County Central MS | 4.2 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Mason County Central Schools
Mason County Central Schools is a Scottville, Michigan school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,211 students with a student-teacher ratio of 19.5:1. The district invests $12,770 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Mason County Central Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Mason County Central HS, which has a composite score of 6.7/10.
In standardized testing, Mason County Central Schools students show an average math proficiency of 33.5% and ELA proficiency of 47.2%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in Mason County Central Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Mason County Central Schools with test data.
Schools in Mason County Central Schools
5 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Scottville
- Total Enrollment
- 1,211
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Mason County Central Schools?
Mason County Central Schools has 5 schools in total — 2 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 Mason County Central Schools?
The average composite rating for Mason County Central Schools is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Mason County Central Schools?
Mason County Central Schools spends $12,770 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mason County Central Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Mason County Central Schools is 19.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Mason County Central Schools?
Mason County Central HS is the highest-rated school in Mason County Central Schools with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What are the test scores in Mason County Central Schools?
Across schools in Mason County Central Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Mason County Central Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
Mason County Central Schools has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 5 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
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.2%
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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.
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