Serving 1,104 students in grades 9-12, Oscar A Carlson High School ranks in the top 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 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,104 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oscar A. Carlson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rockwood, MI school district, covering approximately 25.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oscar A Carlson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Oscar A Carlson High School's student population of 1,104 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,104 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Oscar A Carlson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oscar A Carlson High School is 0.35, 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
#1418 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oscar A Carlson High School's ranking?
Oscar A Carlson High School is ranked #1418 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oscar A Carlson High School?
The graduation rate of Oscar A Carlson High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Oscar A Carlson High School?
1,104 students attend Oscar A Carlson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Oscar A Carlson High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oscar A Carlson High School?
Oscar A Carlson High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Oscar A Carlson High School offer ?
Oscar A Carlson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oscar A Carlson High School part of?
Oscar A Carlson High School is part of Gibraltar School District.
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