Charlotte High School is a secondary school located in Charlotte, Michigan. It is administered by Charlotte Public Schools.
Serving 644 students in grades 8-12, Charlotte Senior High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Charlotte Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Charlotte, MI, covering approximately 131.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.2 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 11.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlotte Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Charlotte Senior High School's student population of 644 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We show Oriole PRIDE in everything we do; GO ORIOLES!
School Rankings
Charlotte Senior High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlotte Senior High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1604 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Orange
School Mascot
Orioles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlotte Senior High School's ranking?
Charlotte Senior High School is ranked #1604 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Charlotte Senior High School often compared to?
Charlotte Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eaton Rapids High School, Maple Valley Jrsr High School, Olivet High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Charlotte Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Charlotte Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Charlotte Senior High School?
644 students attend Charlotte Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Charlotte Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Charlotte Senior High School?
Charlotte Senior High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Charlotte Senior High School offer ?
Charlotte Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Charlotte Senior High School part of?
Charlotte Senior High School is part of Charlotte School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
I would explore school of choice and Christian/Private options
5 10/10/2025
Excellent staff, facilities and programs
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