Serving 293 students in grades 6-8, Ovidelsie Middle 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 40% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ovid-Elsie Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Elsie, MI, encompassing approximately 152.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-15 minutes, with an average distance of 7.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ovidelsie Middle School's student population of 293 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
293 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Ovidelsie Middle 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 Middle School is 0.13, 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
#1102 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Hispanic
6%
9%
White
93%
63%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ovidelsie Middle School's ranking?
Ovidelsie Middle School is ranked #1102 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?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ovidelsie Middle School?
293 students attend Ovidelsie Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ovidelsie Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ovidelsie Middle School?
Ovidelsie Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ovidelsie Middle School offer ?
Ovidelsie Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ovidelsie Middle School part of?
Ovidelsie Middle School is part of Ovid-Elsie Area Schools.
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