Newaygo Public School District
School District · Newaygo, Michigan
Avg Rating
5.4
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,542
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Avg Rating
5.4
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,542
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
Evaluating Newaygo Public School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Newaygo Public School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
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Newaygo High School
Newaygo · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Newaygo Middle School
Newaygo · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Newaygo Elementary School
Newaygo · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#403 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,542
$1,041 vs Michigan median
District size
1,512 students
Typical than Michigan median
The short answer
Newaygo Public School District ranks #403 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. Newaygo Public School District's schools with real test data average 5.4/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Newaygo High School (7.7/10), Newaygo Middle School (4.4/10), and Newaygo Elementary School (4.1/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Newaygo Public School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newaygo High School | 7.7 / 10 |
| 2 | Newaygo Middle School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Newaygo Elementary School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Newaygo Public School District
Newaygo Public School District is a Newaygo, Michigan school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 1,512 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. The district invests $13,542 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.4/10, Newaygo Public School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Newaygo High School, which has a composite score of 7.7/10.
In standardized testing, Newaygo Public School District students show an average math proficiency of 34.0% and ELA proficiency of 48.2%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Newaygo Public School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Newaygo Public School District with test data.
Schools in Newaygo Public School District
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- Newaygo
- Total Enrollment
- 1,512
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Newaygo Public School District?
Newaygo Public School District has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Newaygo Public School District?
The average composite rating for Newaygo Public School District is 5.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Newaygo Public School District?
Newaygo Public School District spends $13,542 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Newaygo Public School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Newaygo Public School District is 18:1.
What is the top-rated school in Newaygo Public School District?
Newaygo High School is the highest-rated school in Newaygo Public School District with a composite score of 7.7/10.
What are the test scores in Newaygo Public School District?
Across schools in Newaygo Public School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 34.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Newaygo Public School District compare to other districts in Michigan?
Newaygo Public School District has an average school rating of 5.4/10 across 3 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
- 5.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 34.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.2%
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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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