South Haven Public Schools

District Overview
Headquartered at 554 Green Street in South Haven, Michigan, South Haven Public Schools is an active, traditional public school district serving a vibrant distant town community along Lake Michigan. Operating six open campuses, the district delivers a complete academic continuum spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The student body currently consists of 1,815 enrolled students, reflecting a balanced gender distribution of 911 male and 904 female learners. The district's population is culturally diverse, serving 1,167 White students, 275 Hispanic students, 198 students of two or more races, and 140 Black students, alongside small populations of Asian, American Indian, and Pacific Islander youth.

To maintain strong academic standards and student support, South Haven Public Schools relies on a dedicated team of over 561 full-time equivalent staff members. This comprehensive workforce features approximately 258 full-time equivalent teachers, 44 instructional aides, and nearly 259 support personnel who manage operational, administrative, and student care needs. This robust staffing model ensures that learners receive individualized attention and well-rounded guidance at every stage of their K–12 educational journey. Families, prospective students, and educational researchers can explore further details regarding district programs and school initiatives by visiting the district’s official website at www.shps.org.
6
Total Schools
1,815
Total Students
258.5
Full-Time Teachers
7.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for South Haven Public Schools
Demographic Student Count
White1,167
Hispanic275
Black140
Asian17
Two or More198
American Indian17
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    1,167 (64.3%)
  • Hispanic
    275 (15.2%)
  • Two or More
    198 (10.9%)
  • Black
    140 (7.7%)
  • Asian
    17 (0.9%)
  • American Indian
    17 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in South Haven Public Schools
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary3
Middle1
High2
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:6
Students:1,815*
Teachers (FTE):258.5*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:7.0
Schools in South Haven Public Schools
Found 6 Schools