Average
#1355 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 42% in state
Durand Area High School
High School · Durand Area Schools
9575 EAST MONROE RD, Durand, MI 48429
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
402
Student-Teacher
17.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,355 of 3,192
In Durand
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Durand Area Schools
Academic growth
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Durand Area High School
Durand Area High School is a public high school in Durand, MI, part of Durand Area Schools. Durand Area High School serves approximately 402 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Durand Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,355 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Durand Area High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Durand Area High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Durand Area High School — Students at Durand Area High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 8.5/10.
How Durand Area High School Compares
See how Durand Area 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
9575 EAST MONROE RD, Durand, MI 48429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Durand Area High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Byron Area High School (rated 7.3/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Byron), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Corunna High School (rated 7.2/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Corunna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Swartz Creek High School (rated 6.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Swartz Creek), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Durand, see our Durand schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Robert Kerr School Durand | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Durand Middle School Durand | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Bertha Neal School Durand | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Gaines Elementary School Gaines | 4.9 mi | 3.0 |
| Byron Area High School Byron | 6.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Byron Area Middle School Byron | 6.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Byron Area Elementary School Byron | 6.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Syring Elementary School Swartz Creek | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Dieck Elementary School Swartz Creek | 7.6 mi | 5.3 |
| GENESEE ACADEMY Swartz Creek | 7.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Swartz Creek High School Swartz Creek | 7.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Swartz Creek Virtual Learning Center Swartz Creek | 7.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Swartz Creek Middle School Swartz Creek | 7.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Corunna Middle School Corunna | 8.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Corunna High School Corunna | 8.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Elsa Meyer Elementary School Corunna | 8.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Seymour Elementary School Flushing | 10.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Elms Road Elementary School Swartz Creek | 9.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Raider Virtual Academy Flushing | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| ST ROBERT BELLARMINE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flushing | 11.9 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,070
Median Home Value
$151,600
Median Rent
$833/mo
Population
8,109
College Educated
14.7%
Homeownership
83.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Almont High School Almont, MI | 6.6 |
| Atherton Jr Sr High School Burton, MI | 6.6 |
| Cass City Jr and Sr High School Cass City, MI | 6.6 |
| Cassopolis High School Cassopolis, MI | 6.6 |
| Cody High School Detroit, MI | 6.6 |
| Gladstone Area High School Gladstone, MI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Durand Area High School
What grades does Durand Area High School serve?
Durand Area High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Durand Area High School?
Durand Area High School has an enrollment of approximately 402 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Durand Area High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Durand Area High School is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Durand Area High School rank in MI?
Durand Area High School ranks #1,355 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Durand Area High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Durand Area High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Durand Area High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Durand Area High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Durand Area High School a charter school?
No, Durand Area High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Durand Area High School a Title I school?
No, Durand Area High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Durand Area High School?
53.5% of students at Durand Area 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
- 402
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Shiawassee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.1%
- Phone
- (989) 288-2684
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
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District
Durand Area Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,203
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,376
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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