Serving 397 students in grades 9-12, Ovidelsie High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 397 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ovidelsie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ovidelsie High School's student population of 397 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
397 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Ovidelsie 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 Ovidelsie High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 is Ovidelsie High School's ranking?
Ovidelsie High School is ranked #924 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ovidelsie High School often compared to?
Ovidelsie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dewitt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ovidelsie High School?
The graduation rate of Ovidelsie High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ovidelsie High School?
397 students attend Ovidelsie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ovidelsie High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ovidelsie High School?
Ovidelsie High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ovidelsie High School offer ?
Ovidelsie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ovidelsie High School part of?
Ovidelsie High School is part of Ovid-Elsie Area Schools School District.
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