Serving 474 students in grades 6-12, Vassar Senior 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 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vassar Senior High School's student population of 474 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vassar Senior 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 Vassar Senior High School is 0.25, 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
#2306 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Vassar Senior High School's ranking?
Vassar Senior High School is ranked #2306 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vassar Senior High School often compared to?
Vassar Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reese High School, Millington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vassar Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Vassar Senior High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vassar Senior High School?
474 students attend Vassar Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Vassar Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Vassar Senior High School?
Vassar Senior High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Vassar Senior High School offer ?
Vassar Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vassar Senior High School part of?
Vassar Senior High School is part of Vassar School District.
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