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Escanaba Juniorsenior High School

High School · Escanaba Area Public Schools

500 SOUTH LINCOLN RD, Escanaba, MI 49829

Enrollment

1,091

Student-Teacher

21.4:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#2,117 of 3,192

In Escanaba

#4 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Escanaba Area Public Schools

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Escanaba Juniorsenior High School

5.6/10

High School in Escanaba · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Escanaba Juniorsenior High School

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is a public high school in Escanaba, MI, part of Escanaba Area Public Schools. Escanaba Juniorsenior High School serves approximately 1,091 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 21.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Escanaba Juniorsenior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,117 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Escanaba Juniorsenior High School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School runs 21.4:1 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-2.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-3.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation5.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio21.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$13,739
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School — Students at Escanaba Juniorsenior High School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.1% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 51.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
45.4% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 34 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
76%
2011
Math
26%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
55%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
40.4%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How Escanaba Juniorsenior High School Compares

See how Escanaba Juniorsenior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.6/10
34th percentile in MI
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.5
Sports
22
10 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
21:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
5.4% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
10 boys'·12 girls'·32 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

500 SOUTH LINCOLN RD, Escanaba, MI 49829

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Escanaba Juniorsenior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bark RiverHarris JrSr High School (rated 6.8/10, 12.9 miles away, in nearby Harris), which scores notably higher. Another option is Gladstone Area High School (rated 6.6/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Gladstone), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Escanaba Student Success Center (rated 6.3/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Escanaba, see our Escanaba schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 27.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Escanaba Student Success Center Escanaba 0.1 mi 6.3
HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Escanaba 0.2 mi 7.6
Lemmer Elementary School Escanaba 0.4 mi 5.0
Escanaba Upper Elementary Escanaba 0.7 mi 7.0
Webster Kindergarten Center Escanaba 1.5 mi 4.8
Bay Pines Center Escanaba 2.5 mi
Learning Center Escanaba 4.0 mi 7.5
James T Jones Elementary School Gladstone 7.6 mi 5.7
Gladstone Area Middle School Gladstone 7.6 mi 5.1
Cameron Elementary School Gladstone 8.1 mi 7.2
Gladstone Area High School Gladstone 8.8 mi 6.6
TriTownship School Rapid River 14.1 mi 7.7
Mid Peninsula School Rock 16.9 mi 5.9
Bark RiverHarris JrSr High School Harris 12.9 mi 6.8
Bark RiverHarris Elementary School Harris 12.9 mi 7.9
Nah Tah Wahsh Public School Academy Wilson 13.8 mi 7.6
Hannahville Indian School Wilson 13.8 mi
WILSON SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST JUNIOR ACADEMY Wilson 16.2 mi 6.2
Washington Island Elementary Washington Island 27.3 mi 8.8
Washington Island High Washington Island 27.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49829 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,808

Median Home Value

$139,000

Median Rent

$667/mo

Population

16,859

College Educated

18.5%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

13.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

47.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Escanaba Juniorsenior High School

What grades does Escanaba Juniorsenior High School serve?

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,091 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is 21.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Escanaba Juniorsenior High School rank in MI?

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School ranks #2,117 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Escanaba Juniorsenior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Escanaba Juniorsenior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Escanaba Juniorsenior High School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Escanaba Juniorsenior High School a charter school?

No, Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Escanaba Juniorsenior High School a Title I school?

No, Escanaba Juniorsenior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Escanaba Juniorsenior High School?

47.6% of students at Escanaba Juniorsenior 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
1,091
Student-Teacher Ratio
21.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Delta County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Escanaba Area Public Schools
District Enrollment
2,131
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,739
District Rank
#3 of 5

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