CLAREGLADWIN AREA SCHOOL

ClareGladwin Area School is a public school that is part of the Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District school district, located in CLARE, MI with about 64 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 8 teachers, ClareGladwin Area School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. 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.

The Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District (CGRESD) serves as a vital educational hub for the Clare and Gladwin counties in mid-Michigan. Rather than functioning as a traditional K-12 school for students, the CGRESD operates as an intermediate school district (ISD). Its primary mission is to provide administrative, specialized, and instructional support services to local public school districts, helping them manage resources, curriculum development, and special education programs more effectively.

In addition to its administrative support, the CGRESD is well-known for operating the Clare-Gladwin Career Center, which provides career and technical education (CTE) to high school students in the region. By offering specialized training in fields such as manufacturing, health sciences, construction, and information technology, the district helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and the workforce. Through these collaborative initiatives, the CGRESD plays a critical role in standardizing educational quality and expanding vocational opportunities for students across its service area.

For more information, contact ClareGladwin Area School at (989) 386-3682 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.