Serving 223 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Central Lake Public Schools 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 223 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Lake Public Schools ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Central Lake Public Schools's student population of 223 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
223 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 23, 2026
School Rankings
Central Lake Public Schools 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 Central Lake Public Schools is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Lake Public Schools's ranking?
Central Lake Public Schools is ranked #1851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Central Lake Public Schools often compared to?
Central Lake Public Schoolsis often viewed alongside schools like Bellaire Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Central Lake Public Schools?
The graduation rate of Central Lake Public Schools is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Central Lake Public Schools?
223 students attend Central Lake Public Schools.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Central Lake Public Schools students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Lake Public Schools?
Central Lake Public Schools has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Lake Public Schools offer ?
Central Lake Public Schools offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Lake Public Schools part of?
Central Lake Public Schools is part of Central Lake School District.
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