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#1867 of 3,192 schools in MI

Orchard View High School

High School · Orchard View Schools

16 NORTH QUARTERLINE RD, Muskegon, MI 49442

Enrollment

551

Student-Teacher

17.2:1

Score

6.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#1,867 of 3,192

In Muskegon

#14 of 39

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Orchard View Schools

Academic growth

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Orchard View High School

6.0/10

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

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4.6/10

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About Orchard View High School

Orchard View High School is a public high school in Muskegon, MI, part of Orchard View Schools. Orchard View High School serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard View High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,867 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Orchard View High School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • MI avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Orchard View High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

41% of students at Orchard View High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
College Readiness6.0Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,188
Chronic Absenteeism41%

Orchard View High School — Students at Orchard View High School score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

69.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 41.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
37%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2013
Math
12%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
2.5%
ELA
2.5%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
37%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Orchard View High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.0/10
42th percentile in MI
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.5
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
6% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·18 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

16 NORTH QUARTERLINE RD, Muskegon, MI 49442

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Orchard View High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ReethsPuffer High School (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orchard View Community Education (rated 6.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Muskegon High School (rated 5.3/10, 3.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Muskegon, see our Muskegon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Orchard View Middle School Muskegon 0.3 mi 4.6
Cardinal Elementary Muskegon 0.6 mi 4.5
Orchard View Early Elementary Muskegon 0.9 mi 5.9
Orchard View Community Education Muskegon 1.5 mi 6.0
Timberland Academy Muskegon 1.6 mi 4.5
Muskegon Middle School Muskegon 1.7 mi 5.0
LAKESHORE LEARNING CENTER Muskegon 1.7 mi
Wesley School Muskegon 1.8 mi 6.1
ReethsPuffer High School Muskegon 2.3 mi 6.7
MUSKEGON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Muskegon 2.3 mi 6.9
Three Oaks Public School Academy Muskegon 2.3 mi 4.4
ReethsPuffer Elementary School Muskegon 2.4 mi 5.2
ReethsPuffer Intermediate Sch Muskegon 2.5 mi 4.4
Muskegon Maritime Academy Muskegon 2.4 mi 4.3
Muskegon County Juvenile Transition Center Muskegon 2.9 mi
Muskegon Covenant Academy Muskegon 3.1 mi 3.1
Oakview Elementary School Muskegon 3.4 mi 3.6
Muskegon High School Muskegon 3.4 mi 5.3
Beach Elementary School Muskegon 4.5 mi 7.9
Dr Martin Luther King Academy Muskegon Heights 4.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49442 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$50,069

Median Home Value

$116,100

Median Rent

$889/mo

Population

44,412

College Educated

11.1%

Homeownership

69.6%

Avg Commute

22.6 min

Poverty Rate

16.7%

Median Age

36.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Orchard View High School

What grades does Orchard View High School serve?

Orchard View High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Orchard View High School?

Orchard View High School has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard View High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Orchard View High School is 17.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Orchard View High School rank in MI?

Orchard View High School ranks #1,867 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Orchard View High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Orchard View High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Orchard View High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard View High School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Orchard View High School a charter school?

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

Is Orchard View High School a Title I school?

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

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

69.1% of students at Orchard View 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
69.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Muskegon County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.0%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Orchard View Schools
District Enrollment
2,146
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$16,188
District Rank
#2 of 5

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