Serving 750 students in grades 9-12, Chelsea High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chelsea High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Chelsea, MI, encompassing approximately 125.8 square miles. Typically, parents can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chelsea High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chelsea High School's student population of 750 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chelsea High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chelsea 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
#205 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chelsea High School's ranking?
Chelsea High School is ranked #205 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chelsea High School often compared to?
Chelsea High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dexter High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chelsea High School?
The graduation rate of Chelsea High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Chelsea High School?
750 students attend Chelsea High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Chelsea 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 Chelsea High School?
Chelsea High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chelsea High School offer ?
Chelsea High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chelsea High School part of?
Chelsea High School is part of Chelsea School District.
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