Glen Lake Community School is a public, coeducational K–12 school in Kasson Township, Leelanau County, Michigan. Located between Burdickville and Maple City, Glen Lake Community School serves most of southwest and central Leelanau County, and lies near the eponymous Glen Lake.
Serving 706 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Glen Lake Community School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Lake Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Glen Lake Community School's student population of 706 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
706 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1958
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Glen Lake Community 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 Glen Lake Community School is 0.08, 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
#650 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Glen Lake Community School's ranking?
Glen Lake Community School is ranked #650 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Glen Lake Community School often compared to?
Glen Lake Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leland Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Lake Community School?
The graduation rate of Glen Lake Community School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Glen Lake Community School?
706 students attend Glen Lake Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Glen Lake Community School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glen Lake Community School?
Glen Lake Community School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Glen Lake Community School offer ?
Glen Lake Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glen Lake Community School part of?
Glen Lake Community School is part of Glen Lake Community Schools School District.
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