Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Claregladwin Area School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥80% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Claregladwin Area School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Claregladwin Area School's student population of 43 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
43 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Claregladwin Area School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥80%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
100%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Claregladwin Area School often compared to?
Claregladwin Area Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charem Special Education Schools, Clare Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Claregladwin Area School?
The graduation rate of Claregladwin Area School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Claregladwin Area School?
43 students attend Claregladwin Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Claregladwin Area School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Claregladwin Area School?
Claregladwin Area School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Claregladwin Area School offer ?
Claregladwin Area School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Claregladwin Area School part of?
Claregladwin Area School is part of Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service School District.
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