Sturgis High School is located in Sturgis, Michigan and is part of the Sturgis Public Schools school district.
Serving 882 students in grades 9-12, Sturgis High 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 882 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sturgis High School's student population of 882 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
882 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Rankings
Sturgis High 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 Sturgis High School is 0.54, 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
#1937 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
56%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sturgis High School's ranking?
Sturgis High School is ranked #1937 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Sturgis High School often compared to?
Sturgis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Colon High School, Three Rivers High School, Centreville Jr Sr High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sturgis High School?
The graduation rate of Sturgis High School is 87%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Sturgis High School?
882 students attend Sturgis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Sturgis High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sturgis High School?
Sturgis High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Sturgis High School offer ?
Sturgis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sturgis High School part of?
Sturgis High School is part of Sturgis School District.
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