Brandon High School is a public secondary school located in Ortonville, Michigan.
Serving 695 students in grades 7-12, Brandon High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 695 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brandon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brandon High School's student population of 695 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
695 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
1982
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Brandon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon High School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#985 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
86%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blackhawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon High School's ranking?
Brandon High School is ranked #985 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brandon High School often compared to?
Brandon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandon High School?
The graduation rate of Brandon High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Brandon High School?
695 students attend Brandon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandon High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon High School?
Brandon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brandon High School offer ?
Brandon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brandon High School part of?
Brandon High School is part of Brandon School District In The Counties Of Oakland And Lapee.
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