Serving 1,047 students in grades 8-12,
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 8% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 29% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
7%
Black
(15-16)100%
18%
White
(15-16)n/a
67%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southfield High School?
The graduation rate of Southfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southfield High School?
1,047 students attend Southfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Southfield High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southfield High School?
Southfield High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southfield High School offer ?
Southfield High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Southfield High School part of?
Southfield High School is part of Southfield Public School District.
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