Serving 169 students in grades 9-12,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 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 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)≤20%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)75-79%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Highland Park City Schools School District
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highland Park Community High School?
The graduation rate of Highland Park Community High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Highland Park Community High School?
169 students attend Highland Park Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Highland Park Community High School students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highland Park Community High School?
Highland Park Community High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Highland Park Community High School offer ?
Highland Park Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Highland Park Community High School part of?
Highland Park Community High School is part of Highland Park City Schools School District.
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