Murray-wright High School serves 1,108 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Murray-wright High School?
1,108 students attend Murray-wright High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Murray-wright High School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Murray-wright High School?
Murray-wright High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Murray-wright High School offer ?
Murray-wright High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Murray-wright High School part of?
Murray-wright High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
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