Serving 805 students in grades 9-12, Owosso 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Owosso High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Owosso, MI, encompassing approximately 106.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Owosso High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Owosso High School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Owosso 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 Owosso High School is 0.19, 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
#1909 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Trojans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Owosso High School's ranking?
Owosso High School is ranked #1909 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Owosso High School often compared to?
Owosso High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Corunna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Owosso High School?
The graduation rate of Owosso High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Owosso High School?
805 students attend Owosso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Owosso High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Owosso High School?
Owosso High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Owosso High School offer ?
Owosso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Owosso High School part of?
Owosso High School is part of Owosso School District.
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