Serving 2,208 students in grades 9-12, Chippewa Valley 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,208 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chippewa Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Chippewa Valley High School's student population of 2,208 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
School Mascot
Big Red
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Chippewa Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chippewa Valley High School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1539 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
21%
18%
White
65%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chippewa Valley High School's ranking?
Chippewa Valley High School is ranked #1539 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Chippewa Valley High School often compared to?
Chippewa Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dakota High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chippewa Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Chippewa Valley High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Chippewa Valley High School?
2,208 students attend Chippewa Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Chippewa Valley High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chippewa Valley High School?
Chippewa Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Chippewa Valley High School offer ?
Chippewa Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chippewa Valley High School part of?
Chippewa Valley High School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools School District.
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