Serving 774 students in grades 7-12, Brandon High 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 774 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brandon High School's student population of 774 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
774 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brandon High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandon High School is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#995 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
83%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brandon High School's ranking?
Brandon High School is ranked #995 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brandon High School often compared to?
Brandon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandon High School?
The graduation rate of Brandon High School is 85%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Brandon High School?
774 students attend Brandon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Brandon High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandon High School?
Brandon High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brandon High School offer ?
Brandon High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandon High School part of?
Brandon High School is part of Brandon School District In The Counties Of Oakland And Lapee.
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