TAWAS AREA HIGH SCHOOL
Tawas Area High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Tawas Area Schools school district, located in TAWAS CITY, MI with about 427 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 20 teachers, Tawas Area 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.
Tawas Area High School, located in Tawas City, Michigan, serves as the central secondary education hub for the Tawas Area School District. Situated along the shores of Lake Huron, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a commitment to academic achievement, extracurricular engagement, and student character development. The institution offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for both post-secondary education and career paths, fostering an environment that encourages local pride and personal growth.
Beyond its core academic offerings, Tawas Area High School is known for its active athletic programs and student organizations, which play a significant role in the school's culture. By utilizing its official district website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents and community members regarding district policies, upcoming events, and educational resources. As a pillar of the Tawas City area, the school strives to provide a supportive learning environment that equips students with the necessary tools to succeed in a modern, evolving workforce.
For more information, contact Tawas Area High School at (989) 984-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
TAWAS CITY, MI 48763-9252
(989) 984-2100
http://www.tawas.net
TAWAS AREA HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in TAWAS CITY, MI with about 427 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Tawas Area Schools
- Total Students:
- 427
- Teachers:
- 20.77
- 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
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 427 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending TAWAS AREA HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 93% of the student body.
- White
- 92.7%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.3%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Black or African American
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 55.3%
- Male
- 44.7%
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.