Serving 23 students in grades 9-12, Ottawa High Transition ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ottawa High Transition ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ottawa High Transition's student population of 23 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ottawa High Transition ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ottawa High Transition is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
70%
18%
White
4%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ottawa High Transition's ranking?
Ottawa High Transition is ranked #748 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ottawa High Transition?
The graduation rate of Ottawa High Transition is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ottawa High Transition?
23 students attend Ottawa High Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ottawa High Transition students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ottawa High Transition?
Ottawa High Transition has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ottawa High Transition offer ?
Ottawa High Transition offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ottawa High Transition part of?
Ottawa High Transition is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Ottawa High Transition located?
Ottawa High Transition is located in the Shawnee Park neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Shawnee Park.
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