Serving 18 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Michael J Mcgivney ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20% in MI)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michael J Mcgivney ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Michael J Mcgivney's student population of 18 students has declined by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Michael J Mcgivney is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
72%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend Michael J Mcgivney?
18 students attend Michael J Mcgivney.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Michael J Mcgivney students are White, 22% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michael J Mcgivney?
Michael J Mcgivney has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Michael J Mcgivney offer ?
Michael J Mcgivney offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Michael J Mcgivney part of?
Michael J Mcgivney is part of Saginaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Michael J Mcgivney located?
Michael J Mcgivney is located in the Shields neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 4 other public schools located in Shields.
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