South Haven Public Schools School District
School District · South Haven, Michigan
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,855
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Avg Rating
5.8
out of 10
Schools
6
3 elem, 1 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,855
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.8:1
Evaluating South Haven Public Schools?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge South Haven Public 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.
South Haven High School
South Haven · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Maple Grove Elementary School
South Haven · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Lincoln School
South Haven · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Michigan rank
#336 of 533
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.4
below Michigan avg
Per-pupil spending
$14,855
+$272 vs Michigan median
District size
1,779 students
Larger than Michigan median
The short answer
South Haven Public Schools ranks #336 of 533 Michigan districts by overall school rating. South Haven Public Schools's schools with real test data average 5.8/10 across 5 schools. Its top-rated schools are South Haven High School (6.5/10), Maple Grove Elementary School (5.8/10), and Lincoln School (5.7/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in South Haven Public Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Haven High School | 6.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Maple Grove Elementary School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 3 | Lincoln School | 5.7 / 10 |
| 4 | North Shore Elementary | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Baseline Middle School | 5.4 / 10 |
See all 6 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About South Haven Public Schools
South Haven Public Schools is a South Haven, Michigan school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,779 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.8:1. The district invests $14,855 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.8/10, South Haven Public Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is South Haven High School, which has a composite score of 6.5/10.
In standardized testing, South Haven Public Schools students show an average math proficiency of 37.5% and ELA proficiency of 47.9%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in South Haven Public Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in South Haven Public Schools with test data.
Schools in South Haven Public Schools
6 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Michigan
- City
- South Haven
- Total Enrollment
- 1,779
- Teachers (FTE)
- 120
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in South Haven Public Schools?
South Haven Public Schools has 6 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 South Haven Public Schools?
The average composite rating for South Haven Public Schools is 5.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in South Haven Public Schools?
South Haven Public Schools spends $14,855 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Haven Public Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in South Haven Public Schools is 14.8:1.
What is the top-rated school in South Haven Public Schools?
South Haven High School is the highest-rated school in South Haven Public Schools with a composite score of 6.5/10.
What are the test scores in South Haven Public Schools?
Across schools in South Haven Public Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 47.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does South Haven Public Schools compare to other districts in Michigan?
South Haven Public Schools has an average school rating of 5.8/10 across 6 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
- 5.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 47.9%
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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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