Osborn High School, also known as Osborn Academy of Mathematics is a public high school in the Detroit Public Schools Community District, located in Northeast Detroit.
Serving 403 students in grades 9-12, Osborn 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Osborn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Osborn High School's student population of 403 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Osborn 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 Osborn High School is 0.04, 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
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Osborn High School's ranking?
Osborn High School is ranked #2878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Osborn High School often compared to?
Osborn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry Ford High School, Franklin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Osborn High School?
The graduation rate of Osborn High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Osborn High School?
403 students attend Osborn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Osborn High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Osborn High School?
Osborn High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Osborn High School offer ?
Osborn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Osborn High School part of?
Osborn High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Osborn High School located?
Osborn High School is located in the Osborn neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Osborn.
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