Mattawan High School is a public high school in Mattawan, Michigan. It is the only high school in the Mattawan Consolidated School District and serves grades 9-12.
Serving 1,125 students in grades 9-12, Mattawan High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,125 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mattawan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mattawan High School's student population of 1,125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1911
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Mattawan High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mattawan High School is 0.29, 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
#451 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
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 Mattawan High School's ranking?
Mattawan High School is ranked #451 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mattawan High School often compared to?
Mattawan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paw Paw High School, Lawton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mattawan High School?
The graduation rate of Mattawan High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mattawan High School?
1,125 students attend Mattawan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Mattawan High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mattawan High School?
Mattawan High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mattawan High School offer ?
Mattawan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mattawan High School part of?
Mattawan High School is part of Mattawan Consolidated School District.
School Reviews
5 12/28/2009
Mattawan is a great school which has received high marks in all categories, art, sports, and academics. Its arts programs are one of the many things that Mattawan is inernationally recognized for, the band and chours programs are unmatched. Mattawan is known for its exceptional softball team which has been ranked best in the nation, they met the president last year. Mattawan's soccer programs are also well above average and usually finish within the top three in the state. Mattawan's lacrosse program is exceptional all around. The academics make Mattawan in the top ten schools in the country. The school is a safe, clean, and friendly learning enviornment. The facilities are top notch and the teachersb are first rate. They strive to make the students succeed. The level of parent involvement in this comunity is astonishing, they care for one another and love the school and the community.
2 9/15/2008
There are too few buildings to support the number of students, and much of the faculty is sub-par. The music program is one of the best in the entire nation - but where will music get you in life unless you're already rich? Athletics are average.
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