Serving 726 students in grades 6-8, Chippewa Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chippewa Middle School serves the entire Okemos, MI district, encompassing an area of 22.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chippewa Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chippewa Middle School's student population of 726 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
726 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chippewa Middle 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 Chippewa Middle School is 0.62, which is more 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
#218 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
24%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chippewa Middle School's ranking?
Chippewa Middle School is ranked #218 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chippewa Middle School often compared to?
Chippewa Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Macdonald Middle School, Haslett Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Chippewa Middle School?
726 students attend Chippewa Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Chippewa Middle School students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chippewa Middle School?
Chippewa Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Chippewa Middle School offer ?
Chippewa Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chippewa Middle School part of?
Chippewa Middle School is part of Okemos School District.
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