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#2296 of 3,192 schools in MI
Ascent High School
High School · Bad Axe Public Schools
200 NORTH BARRIE RD, Bad Axe, MI 48413
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
40:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
40:1
Score
5.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,296 of 3,192
In Bad Axe
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Bad Axe Public Schools
Academic growth
8.2 / 10
Excellent
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Ascent High School
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About Ascent High School
Ascent High School is a public high school in Bad Axe, MI, part of Bad Axe Public Schools. Ascent High School serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 40:1 student-teacher ratio. Ascent High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #2,296 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Ascent High School show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.0
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Ascent High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Ascent High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Ascent High School runs 40:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Ascent High School — Students at Ascent High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
70%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Ascent High School Compares
See how Ascent High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
200 NORTH BARRIE RD, Bad Axe, MI 48413
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ascent High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Ubly Community JrSr High School (rated 8.6/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Ubly), which scores notably higher. Another option is Laker High School (rated 7.8/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Pigeon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, OwendaleGagetown JrSr High School (rated 6.9/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Owendale), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bad Axe, see our Bad Axe schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Axe Middle School Bad Axe | 0.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Bad Axe Elementary School Bad Axe | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Bad Axe High School Bad Axe | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Huron Learning Center Bad Axe | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Big Burning School Bad Axe | 2.4 mi | — |
| Church School Bad Axe | 5.5 mi | — |
| Ubly Community Elementary School Ubly | 7.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Ubly Community JrSr High School Ubly | 7.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Verona Mills School Bad Axe | 6.5 mi | — |
| North Huron School Kinde | 9.4 mi | 7.5 |
| Adams Elementary School Bad Axe | 8.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Laker High School Pigeon | 10.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Laker Middle School Pigeon | 10.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Laker Elementary Pigeon | 11.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Eccles School Harbor Beach | 11.3 mi | — |
| Cass City Jr and Sr High School Cass City | 15.6 mi | 6.6 |
| Cass City Elementary Cass City | 15.8 mi | 7.0 |
| CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL Pigeon | 13.1 mi | 4.4 |
| OwendaleGagetown Elementary School Owendale | 13.6 mi | 4.5 |
| OwendaleGagetown JrSr High School Owendale | 13.6 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,804
Median Home Value
$143,400
Median Rent
$731/mo
Population
7,404
College Educated
18.3%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
12.3%
Median Age
45.8
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|---|---|
| Dunes Alternative High School Holland, MI | 5.3 |
| Quest High School North Branch, MI | 5.3 |
| Gogebic Co Community Education Ironwood, MI | 5.2 |
| Lawton Accelerated Academic Center Lawton, MI | 5.2 |
| MorganShaw School Boyne City, MI | 5.2 |
| OvidElsie Comm EdAlt HS Elsie, MI | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ascent High School
What grades does Ascent High School serve?
Ascent High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ascent High School?
Ascent High School has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ascent High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ascent High School is 40:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ascent High School rank in MI?
Ascent High School ranks #2,296 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Ascent High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ascent High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Ascent High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ascent High School has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 16% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
Is Ascent High School a charter school?
No, Ascent High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ascent High School a Title I school?
No, Ascent High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ascent High School?
70.0% of students at Ascent High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 40:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 70.0%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Huron County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.5%
- Phone
- (989) 269-2737
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
Bad Axe Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 835
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,614
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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