Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ontonagon Area School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ontonagon Area School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
271 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Ontonagon Area School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ontonagon Area School is 0.21, 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
#1183 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ontonagon Area School's ranking?
Ontonagon Area School is ranked #1183 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ontonagon Area School?
The graduation rate of Ontonagon Area School is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Ontonagon Area School?
271 students attend Ontonagon Area School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Ontonagon Area School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ontonagon Area School?
Ontonagon Area School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Ontonagon Area School offer ?
Ontonagon Area School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ontonagon Area School part of?
Ontonagon Area School is part of Ontonagon Area School District.
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