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#319 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 10% in state

Okemos High School

High School · Okemos Public Schools

2800 JOLLY RD, Okemos, MI 48864

Enrollment

1,519

Student-Teacher

19.5:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#319 of 3,192

In Okemos

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Okemos Public Schools

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Okemos High School

8.1/10

High School in Okemos · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Okemos High School

Okemos High School is a public high school in Okemos, MI, part of Okemos Public Schools. Okemos High School serves approximately 1,519 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Okemos High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #319 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Okemos High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts above MI schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MI avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency79% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile96th
College Readiness7.7Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate93%
AP Participation22.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,362
Chronic Absenteeism17.9%

Okemos High School — Students at Okemos High School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

18.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
79%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
75%
ELA
83%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2018
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2019
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
85%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Okemos High School Compares

See how Okemos High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
90th percentile in MI
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.0/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
22.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

2800 JOLLY RD, Okemos, MI 48864

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Okemos High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS (rated 5.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Lansing), a more accessible option. Additionally, Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS (rated 5.2/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby East Lansing), a more accessible option. For more schools in Okemos, see our Okemos schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Bennett Woods Elementary School Okemos 1.1 mi 8.1
Michigan Connections Academy Okemos 1.3 mi 5.5
CEDAR CLASSICAL ACADEMY Okemos 1.3 mi 6.8
MONTESSORI RADMOOR SCHOOL Okemos 1.8 mi 5.3
Great Lakes Learning Academy Alternative HS East Lansing 2.2 mi 5.5
Great Lakes Learning Academy MSHS East Lansing 2.2 mi 5.2
Chippewa Middle School Okemos 1.8 mi 8.4
Hiawatha Elementary School Okemos 1.8 mi 8.1
Okemos Public MontessoriCentral Okemos 2.2 mi 8.8
Kinawa School Okemos 2.1 mi 7.1
Project SEARCH Mason 3.0 mi
STEPPING STONES MONTESSORI SCHOOL East Lansing 3.6 mi
LANSING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lansing 2.7 mi 6.0
Beekman Center Lansing 2.8 mi 6.1
GREATER LANSING ISLAMIC SCHOOL East Lansing 3.3 mi 9.1
Red Cedar School East Lansing 3.3 mi 7.9
Alaiedon Elementary School Mason 3.8 mi 7.7
Marble School East Lansing 3.9 mi 6.4
MacDonald Middle School East Lansing 3.9 mi 6.1
Forest View School Lansing 3.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48864 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,145

Median Home Value

$358,100

Median Rent

$1,281/mo

Population

23,548

College Educated

75.7%

Homeownership

65.8%

Avg Commute

19.2 min

Poverty Rate

6.9%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Okemos High School

What grades does Okemos High School serve?

Okemos High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Okemos High School?

Okemos High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,519 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Okemos High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Okemos High School is 19.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Okemos High School rank in MI?

Okemos High School ranks #319 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Okemos High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Okemos High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Okemos High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Okemos High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Okemos High School a charter school?

No, Okemos High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Okemos High School a Title I school?

No, Okemos High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Okemos High School?

18.8% of students at Okemos High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
20 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
52 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,519
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
18.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Ingham County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.9%
4-Year Graduation
93.0%

District

Okemos Public Schools
District Enrollment
4,643
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,362
District Rank
#5 of 7

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