Serving 838 students in grades 8-12, Linden High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Linden High School's student population of 838 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
838 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Linden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden High School is 0.15, 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
#647 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden High School's ranking?
Linden High School is ranked #647 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden High School often compared to?
Linden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Fenton High School, Fenton Senior High School, Swartz Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linden High School?
The graduation rate of Linden High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Linden High School?
838 students attend Linden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Linden High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Linden High School?
Linden High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Linden High School offer ?
Linden High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Linden High School part of?
Linden High School is part of Linden Community Schools School District.
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