Serving 889 students in grades 6-12, University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 889 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh's student population of 889 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
889 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh is 0.04, 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
#2654 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh's ranking?
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh is ranked #2654 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh often compared to?
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehighis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin L Winans Middle 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 36% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh?
The graduation rate of University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh?
889 students attend University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh?
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh offer ?
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh part of?
University Preparatory Art Design Middlehigh is part of University Preparatory Art & Design School District.
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