What grades does Saranac JrSr High School serve?

Saranac JrSr High School operates as a High school within the local district. The school serves families in the SARANAC area.

Where is Saranac JrSr High School located?

Saranac JrSr High School is a rural school in SARANAC, MI.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Saranac JrSr High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Saranac JrSr High School is 20.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in SARANAC, MI?

Schools in SARANAC include Saranac JrSr High School and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the SARANAC area.

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Saranac JrSr High School — School Calendar 2026-27

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SARANAC, MI 48881

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Upcoming Events

Aug

Mon

First Day of School - 1/2 day of schoolEvent

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Aug

Mon

Board MeetingEvent

Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI

Aug

Mon

Board MeetingEvent

Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI

Aug

Mon

First Day of School - 1/2 day of schoolEvent

Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply.

Sep

Fri

No School Event

Sep

Fri

No School Event

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School Profile

Grades

7–12

Enrollment

388

Student:Teacher

20.4:1

Locale

Rural

District

Saranac Community Schools

Econ. Disadvantaged

32.2%

Phone

(616)642-1100

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

40-44%

Math Proficiency

30-34%

Graduation Rate

90-94%

Chronic Absenteeism

14.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

5 courses offered

26 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

28 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

51 test takers

Athletics

6 sports, 11 teams

376 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 18.5:1

Worse than average in MI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

225

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$13,400

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$8,779

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,391

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 8%State 63%Local 30%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$344,543

+4.8% 1yr+40.7% 5yr

Grand Rapids, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

18.0%

Below 150% poverty line

5.4%

Unemployment rate

6.8%

Uninsured residents

8.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

137

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

121

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

31%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

52 (43%)

Speech/Language Impairment

36 (30%)

Autism

10 (8%)

Other Health Impairment

10 (8%)

Intellectual Disability

4 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

406

Current enrollment

Stable(-6% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

First Day of School - 1/2 day of school

Event

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

Board Meeting

Event

Mon, Aug 31, 2026

Board Meeting

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Sep 4, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Sep 21, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School	Event	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No school for students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 2, 2026	No school for students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Board Meeting Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Ionia, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Nov 16, 2026	Board Meeting Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Ionia, MI 48881	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	No School	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Board Meeting Located at Central Office, 225 Pleasant St, Saranac, MI 48881	Event	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	No School - Winter Break	Break	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Resumes	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	1/2 day of School for Students	Event	—
Thu, Jan 14, 2027	1/2 day of School for Students	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	1/2 day of School	Event	—
Fri, Jan 15, 2027	1/2 day of School	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	No School	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	No School	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School	Event	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	No School - Spring Break	Break	—
Fri, Apr 2, 2027	No School - Spring Break	Break	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 10, 2027	No School for Students - Staff PD Day	Staff Day	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	1/2 day of School	Event	—
Fri, May 28, 2027	1/2 day of School	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School	Event	—
Thu, Jun 3, 2027	Graduation Day	Event	—
Thu, Jun 3, 2027	Graduation Day	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	1/2 day of School for students	Event	—
Wed, Jun 9, 2027	1/2 day of School for students	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Day of School - 1/2 Day	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	Last Day of School - 1/2 Day	Event	—