Serving 468 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Newberry Area School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newberry Area School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Newberry Area School's student population of 468 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Newberry Area School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newberry Area School is 0.24, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2033 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
87%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 is Newberry Area School's ranking?
Newberry Area School is ranked #2033 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newberry Area School?
The graduation rate of Newberry Area School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Newberry Area School?
468 students attend Newberry Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Newberry Area School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newberry Area School?
Newberry Area School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Newberry Area School offer ?
Newberry Area School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newberry Area School part of?
Newberry Area School is part of Tahquamenon Area Schools School District.
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