Serving 69 students in grades 6-12, Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owendale-Gagetown Jr/Sr High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Owendale, MI, covering approximately 61.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School's student population of 69 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School is 0.22, 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
#2291 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81.8%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School's ranking?
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School is ranked #2291 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School?
The graduation rate of Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School?
69 students attend Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School?
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School offer ?
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School part of?
Owendalegagetown Jrsr High School is part of Owendale-Gagetown Area School District.
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