Utica High School

47255 Shelby Rd
Utica, MI 48317
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 1,408 students in grades 10-12, Utica High School ranks in the top 50% 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 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (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 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 1,408 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 95% (Top 20% in MI)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Utica High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Utica High School's student population of 1,408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
1,408 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
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School Rankings

Utica High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utica High School is 0.26, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#990 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
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33%
36%
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62%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
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Asian
4%
3%
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Hispanic
4%
9%
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Black
4%
18%
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White
86%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.26
This chart display the diversity score of Utica High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
95%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Utica High School's ranking?
Utica High School is ranked #990 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Utica High School often compared to?
Utica High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower High School, Henry Ford Ii High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Utica High School?
The graduation rate of Utica High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Utica High School?
1,408 students attend Utica High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Utica High School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Utica High School?
Utica High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Utica High School offer ?
Utica High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Utica High School part of?
Utica High School is part of Utica Community Schools School District.

School Reviews

1   5/29/2021
This is the worst school and district you could ever choose for your child. They only believe in educating the over-achievers. If your child has any type of learning disorder, they will spend thousands of dollars on attorneys so they don't have to educate him/her. I filed a state complaint against this school and won. However, they still played tricks and games to make sure they didn't have to educate my child. I ended up getting an additional education for my child outside of school and my child is attending college despite their efforts to keep him literate. Run fast! There are much better schools than any in this district. The administration for this school is dishonest and has a superiority complex. Their Special Services professionals have been paid well to give false information and opinion.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 10-12
  • Enrollment: 1,408 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Top 50%)
  • : 62% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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