Saranac Junior/Senior High School is dedicated to providing “equal opportunities to promote learning, social growth, physical wellness and the skills necessary to become productive members of society.” Teachers, coaches and administrative staff work together to make this mission a possibility for Saranac RedHawks from seventh grade through 12th grade. As a public magnet school located in Saranac, Michigan, this institution is a competitive option for middle and high school learning in Ionia County.
Extracurricular options that promote teamwork and hone skills include fine arts, athletics and other clubs. A strong music program includes choir and both junior and senior high band. These students perform in pep band, marching band, concert band and community parades. Students in the international travel club fundraise and plan trips to international locations. The Architects is a robotics team available for both Saranac students and students in other high schools in the area. Saranac RedHawks participate in organized sports at the varsity and junior varsity level as part of the Central Michigan Athletic Conference.
Saranac Junior/Senior High School believes in the future of its students. The Saranac Promise, a college and vocation degree scholarship available for seniors, helps display that commitment. Funds available through this scholarship depend on the number of years the student has attended Saranac Community Schools as a proud RedHawk.
Saranac Junior/Senior High School
Public High School
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Grade 7-12
150 Pleasant St,
Saranac, MI
Saranac Community Schools
School Details
Head of School
Mr. Josh Leader
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.33
Graduation Rate
90%
Niche Grade
B-
B+
C
C
C
C+
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.33
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
20
Full Time Teachers
20
Teachers in First or Second Year
9.1%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
580
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Pass Rate
100%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
438:1
Student Diversity
Male
55.3%
Female
44.7%
White
90.4%
Hispanic
5.4%
Two or more races
2.2%
Black
1.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Grand Valley State University
51 Students
Michigan State University
45 Students
Ferris State University
43 Students
Central Michigan University
38 Students
Grand Rapids Community College
35 Students
Western Michigan University
27 Students
Saginaw Valley State University
21 Students
Calvin University
20 Students
Montcalm Community College
19 Students
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
18 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing
13 Students
Psychology
12 Students
Business
9 Students
Biology
6 Students
Family Practice and Pediatric Nursing
6 Students
Social Work and Youth Services
6 Students
Computer Science
5 Students
Political Science and Government
5 Students
Elementary Education
5 Students
History
5 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/6/2020
I like the community because no matter what you will always have someone nearby to help you if needed.
2/2/2018
Just your average typical High school. Good people Small we are all really close together good sports some sports we are better at then others. Food is pretty basic some days it's better then others. But you can say that about everything. Sometimes the same thing is better on other days.
11/7/2017
Saranac is a small school with a big heart. Everyone knows everyone, which can be a good or bad thing.
GreatSchools Reviews
5/19/2022
I love Saranac it was a great place to grow up and the schools while small is full of wonderful people willing to go the extra mile when needed. I am now a parent of two children that are attending Saranac. My daughter went to schools in Virginia and North Carolina prior and she was not happy there....
5/1/2017
People like to bash Saranac for being a horrible school. This is hardly the case. My experience at Saranac has been great, if not better than it would be at any other school in this area. At saranac, everyone knows your name. The people there geniunely care about you and want you to succeed. If you...
8/31/2016
Saranac middle school /high school is absolutely the worst school. I dropped off my student, and neighbors this morning, and as I'm in the parking lot, a bunch of high school boys are flipping me off. I roll down my window to ask what's the problem, and they say I'm in the bus area. Oh. OK. Well may...
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Saranac Junior/Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Saranac, MI and is served by the Saranac Community Schools in Michigan. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 388 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Saranac Junior/Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.33, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average SAT score is 1160. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ionia Seventh Day Adventist Elementary School, Faith Christian School, St. Patrick Catholic School, and more. Learn more about what Saranac has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Saranac Junior/Senior High School.