Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Superior Central School ranks in the top 50% 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 30-34% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Superior Central School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Superior Central School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Superior Central School is 0.22, 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
#1425 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
10%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Superior Central School's ranking?
Superior Central School is ranked #1425 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Superior Central School often compared to?
Superior Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Munising High And Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Superior Central School?
The graduation rate of Superior Central School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Superior Central School?
325 students attend Superior Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Superior Central School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Superior Central School?
Superior Central School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Superior Central School offer ?
Superior Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Superior Central School part of?
Superior Central School is part of Superior Central School District.
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