PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL

Paw Paw High School is a public high school that is part of the Paw Paw Public School District school district, located in PAW PAW, MI with about 685 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 32 teachers, Paw Paw High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 21:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Paw Paw High School is a public secondary institution located in Paw Paw, Michigan, serving as the flagship high school for the Paw Paw Public Schools district. Situated along Red Arrow Highway, the school serves the surrounding community by providing a comprehensive educational program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a balanced approach to student development, incorporating a mix of rigorous academic coursework, extracurricular activities, and community engagement.

As part of the broader Paw Paw Public Schools system, the high school benefits from a focused commitment to fostering student growth and local pride. Students at Paw Paw have access to a variety of sports programs, clubs, and elective opportunities that aim to nurture individual interests and talents outside of the traditional classroom setting. For parents, students, and community members seeking detailed information regarding the school’s academic calendar, administrative policies, or district initiatives, the official website at [www.ppps.org](http://www.ppps.org) serves as the primary hub for communication and resources.

For more information, contact Paw Paw High School at (269) 415-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

30609 EAST RED ARROW HWY
PAW PAW, MI 49079-8615
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PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PAW PAW, MI with about 685 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
685
Teachers:
32.04
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 685 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending PAW PAW HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 86% of the student body.

White
86.4%
Hispanic/Latino
8.0%
Two or more races
3.1%
Black or African American
1.5%
Asian
1.0%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.