Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Actech High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Actech High School's student population of 459 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
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Year Founded
1849
School Rankings
Actech High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Actech High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
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Hispanic
29%
9%
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Black
52%
18%
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White
11%
63%
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Two or more races
6%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
80-84%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Actech High School's ranking?
Actech High School is ranked #2950 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Actech High School often compared to?
Actech High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Huron High School, Arbor Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Actech High School?
The graduation rate of Actech High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Actech High School?
459 students attend Actech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Actech High School students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Actech High School?
Actech High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Actech High School offer ?
Actech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Actech High School part of?
Actech High School is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools.
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