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Way Oasis

High School · Mt. Pleasant City School District

3480 SOUTH ISABELLA RD, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Enrollment

146

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,928 of 3,192

In Mount Pleasant

#4 of 10

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Mt. Pleasant City School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Way Oasis

5.9/10

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

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About Way Oasis

Way Oasis is a public high school in Mount Pleasant, MI, part of Mt. Pleasant City School District. Way Oasis serves approximately 146 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio.

Way Oasis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,928 of 3,192 schools in MI. Structured state assessment records for Way Oasis show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.5
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 146 students, Way Oasis 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.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13 pts
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
College Readiness1.7Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate≤20%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$15,449

Way Oasis — Students at Way Oasis score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 21.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
32.8% (2022 EdFacts)
ELA Proficiency 22.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
49.0% (2022 EdFacts)

Based on 28 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2010
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2011
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2012
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
10%
ELA
30%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2020*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
10%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Way Oasis Compares

See how Way Oasis performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
40th percentile in MI
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
70%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
13 teachers

Location

3480 SOUTH ISABELLA RD, Mount Pleasant, MI 48858

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Way Oasis may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Shepherd High School (rated 7.8/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Shepherd), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flextech High School Shepherd (rated 7.7/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Shepherd), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Beal City High School (rated 7.5/10, 9.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mount Pleasant, see our Mount Pleasant schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 9.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Isabella Day Treatment Mount Pleasant 0.0 mi
Renaissance Public School Academy Mount Pleasant 0.7 mi 5.8
Mt Pleasant Senior High School Mount Pleasant 0.8 mi 7.0
Mary McGuire School Mount Pleasant 1.2 mi 5.3
Pullen Elementary School Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 4.9
Fancher School Mount Pleasant 1.1 mi 6.7
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 1.5 mi 6.8
Vowles School Mount Pleasant 1.9 mi 5.4
Ganiard School Mount Pleasant 2.3 mi 5.8
Mt Pleasant Middle School Mt. Pleasant 2.6 mi 5.8
SAGINAW CHIPPEWA ACADEMY Mount Pleasant 2.7 mi 7.2
Shepherd High School Shepherd 5.6 mi 7.8
Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd 5.6 mi 5.5
Shepherd Middle School Shepherd 5.7 mi 5.6
Odyssey MiddleHigh School Mount Pleasant 5.1 mi 4.1
Flextech High School Shepherd Shepherd 6.9 mi 7.7
Winn Elementary School Winn 7.0 mi 8.2
ST JOSEPH THE WORKER SCHOOL Mount Pleasant 9.8 mi 4.5
Beal City High School Mount Pleasant 9.8 mi 7.5
Beal City Elementary School Mt. Pleasant 9.9 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48858 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$48,794

Median Home Value

$168,000

Median Rent

$862/mo

Population

42,732

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

48.8%

Avg Commute

17.8 min

Poverty Rate

27.8%

Median Age

27.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Way Oasis

What grades does Way Oasis serve?

Way Oasis serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Way Oasis?

Way Oasis has an enrollment of approximately 146 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Way Oasis?

The student-teacher ratio at Way Oasis is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Way Oasis rank in MI?

Way Oasis ranks #1,928 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Way Oasis's MySchoolScout rating?

Way Oasis has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Way Oasis?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Way Oasis has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Way Oasis a charter school?

No, Way Oasis is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Way Oasis a Title I school?

No, Way Oasis is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Way Oasis?

69.9% of students at Way Oasis 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
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
146
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
13
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.9%
Type
alternative
Setting
Distant Town
County
Isabella County
4-Year Graduation
≤20%

District

Mt. Pleasant City School District
District Enrollment
3,397
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,449
District Rank
#3 of 8

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