Anchor Bay High School is a four-year secondary school located in Fair Haven, Michigan, United States. It is part of the Anchor Bay School District.
Serving 1,740 students in grades 9-12, Anchor Bay High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,740 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Anchor Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Anchor Bay High School's student population of 1,740 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,740 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering all students to succeed in an ever-changing world.
School Rankings
Anchor Bay High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Anchor Bay High School is 0.22, 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
#765 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
88%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anchor Bay High School's ranking?
Anchor Bay High School is ranked #765 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Anchor Bay High School often compared to?
Anchor Bay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Algonac Juniorsenior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anchor Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Anchor Bay High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Anchor Bay High School?
1,740 students attend Anchor Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Anchor Bay High School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Anchor Bay High School?
Anchor Bay High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Anchor Bay High School offer ?
Anchor Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Anchor Bay High School part of?
Anchor Bay High School is part of Anchor Bay School District.
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