Ottawa Hills High School is a high school in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Ottawa Hills is one of five high schools of the Grand Rapids Public Schools. The school colors are orange and black, and the athletic teams are referred to as the Bengals. They were previously referred to as the Indians.
Serving 12 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 50%).
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 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ottawa High Transition's student population of 12 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Year Founded
1923
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ottawa High Transition is 0.62, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
50%
18%
White
33%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
12 students attend Ottawa High Transition.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ottawa High Transition students are Black, 33% of students are White, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ottawa High Transition?
Ottawa High Transition has a student ration of 4:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ottawa High Transition part of?
Ottawa High Transition is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools.
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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