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#840 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 26% in state

St Clair High School

High School · East China School District

2200 CLINTON AVE, Saint Clair, MI 48079

Enrollment

753

Student-Teacher

19.3:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#840 of 3,192

In Saint Clair

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

East China School District

Academic growth

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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St Clair High School

7.2/10

High School in Saint Clair · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About St Clair High School

St Clair High School is a public high school in Saint Clair, MI, part of East China School District. St Clair High School serves approximately 753 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.3:1 student-teacher ratio. St Clair High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #840 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for St Clair High School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.7
  • MI avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile54th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation26.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,353
Chronic Absenteeism16.3%

St Clair High School — Students at St Clair High School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

28.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 43.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
65%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
69%
2012
Math
40%
ELA
60%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
45%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How St Clair High School Compares

See how St Clair High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
74th percentile in MI
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Sports
10
5 boys' · 5 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
28%
Teaching Staff
19:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
26.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics10sports offered
5 boys'·5 girls'·15 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

2200 CLINTON AVE, Saint Clair, MI 48079

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Clair High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Marine City High School (rated 8.1/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Marine City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Marysville High School (rated 7.4/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Marysville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, St Clair County Intervention Academy (rated 6.5/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Port Huron), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saint Clair, see our Saint Clair schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gearing Elementary School Saint Clair 0.6 mi 5.1
Pine River Elementary School China 1.6 mi 5.3
St Clair Middle School Saint Clair 1.9 mi 6.0
East China Virtual Academy Ira 4.7 mi 4.9
Washington Elementary School Marysville 5.8 mi 5.6
Marysville High School Marysville 6.3 mi 7.4
Woodland Developmental Center Marysville 6.6 mi 7.4
Marysville Middle School Marysville 6.5 mi 5.9
Gardens Elementary School Marysville 6.9 mi 7.5
Morton Elementary School Marysville 7.0 mi 7.7
Marine City High School Marine City 7.5 mi 8.1
Marine City Middle School Marine City 7.6 mi 6.0
CARDINAL MOONEY CATHOLIC Marine City 7.7 mi 5.8
Belle River Elementary School Marine City 8.0 mi 5.0
St Clair County Intervention Academy Port Huron 8.4 mi 6.5
BLUE WATER CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Smiths Creek 9.0 mi 7.5
Virtual Learning Academyof St Clair County Marysville 9.0 mi 4.5
Cleveland Elementary Port Huron 9.0 mi 2.7
NEW LIFE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Kimball 9.7 mi 7.6
Palms Elementary School Ira 9.2 mi 5.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48079 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,313

Median Home Value

$276,600

Median Rent

$1,090/mo

Population

12,683

College Educated

25.3%

Homeownership

82.2%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

44.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Clair High School

What grades does St Clair High School serve?

St Clair High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend St Clair High School?

St Clair High School has an enrollment of approximately 753 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Clair High School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Clair High School is 19.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Clair High School rank in MI?

St Clair High School ranks #840 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is St Clair High School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Clair High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 St Clair High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Clair High School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is St Clair High School a charter school?

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

Is St Clair High School a Title I school?

No, St Clair High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Clair High School?

28.3% of students at St Clair 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
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
753
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Free/Reduced Lunch
28.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Small Suburb
County
St. Clair County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.3%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

East China School District
District Enrollment
3,541
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,353
District Rank
#2 of 9

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