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Shawono Center
High School · Michigan Department of Human Services
10 NORTH HOWES LAKE RD, Grayling, MI 49738
Enrollment
28
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
28
Grades
6th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Shawono Center
Shawono Center is a public high school in Grayling, MI, part of the Michigan Department of Human Services. The school serves approximately 28 students in grades 6th – 12th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $57,573, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 28 students, Shawono Center is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Shawono Center may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28 students
- Type
- Public
- Address
- 10 NORTH HOWES LAKE RD, Grayling, MI 49738
- Phone
- (517) 335-3541
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
10 NORTH HOWES LAKE RD, Grayling, MI 49738
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Shawono Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Houghton Lake Community Education (rated 7.5/10, 24.3 miles away, in nearby Houghton Lake). Another option is Grayling High School (rated 7.3/10, 4.2 miles away). Additionally, Mancelona High School (rated 5.7/10, 19.4 miles away, in nearby Mancelona). For more schools in Grayling, see our Grayling schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Grayling High School Grayling | 4.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Great Lakes Online Education Grayling | 4.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Grayling Middle School Grayling | 5.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Grayling Elementary School Grayling | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| COOR Special Educational Center Roscommon | 15.2 mi | 9.1 |
| IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Roscommon | 15.5 mi | 4.9 |
| Crawford School Kalkaska | 12.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Roscommon High School Roscommon | 16.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Roscommon Middle School Roscommon | 16.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Roscommon Elementary School Roscommon | 16.5 mi | 4.5 |
| North Central Academy Campus Bay City | 20.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Mancelona Middle School Mancelona | 19.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Alba School Elmira | 21.6 mi | 8.2 |
| Mancelona Elementary School Mancelona | 19.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Mancelona High School Mancelona | 19.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Houghton Lake Community Education Houghton Lake | 24.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Gaylord Intermediate School Gaylord | 24.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Gaylord Middle School Gaylord | 24.2 mi | 6.9 |
| South Maple Elementary School Gaylord | 24.3 mi | 7.7 |
| ST MARY CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Gaylord | 24.7 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49738 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$57,573
Median Home Value
$153,200
Median Rent
$855/mo
Population
9,599
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
78.7%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
13.9%
Median Age
51.2
Community Profile
The community surrounding Shawono Center has a median household income of $57,573. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $153,200, with a median rent of $855/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.9%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Shawono Center
What grades does Shawono Center serve?
Shawono Center serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Shawono Center?
Shawono Center has an enrollment of approximately 28 students.
Is Shawono Center a charter school?
No, Shawono Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Shawono Center a Title I school?
No, Shawono Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Shawono Center?
53.6% of students at Shawono Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,112/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Grayling). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Crawford County
- Phone
- (517) 335-3541
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Michigan Department of Human Services- District Enrollment
- 56
- Schools in District
- 2
Other Schools in This District
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