Adlai E. Stevenson High School is a public high school located in Sterling Heights, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. Stevenson is a part of Utica Community Schools, Michigan's second largest school district.
Serving 1,881 students in grades 9-12, Adlai Stevenson 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,881 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Adlai Stevenson High School serves the southern part of Sterling Heights, MI, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adlai Stevenson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Adlai Stevenson High School's student population of 1,881 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,881 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1968
School Calendar
School Rankings
Adlai Stevenson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Adlai Stevenson High School is 0.44, which is less 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
#1144 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adlai Stevenson High School's ranking?
Adlai Stevenson High School is ranked #1144 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adlai Stevenson High School?
The graduation rate of Adlai Stevenson High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Adlai Stevenson High School?
1,881 students attend Adlai Stevenson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Adlai Stevenson High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adlai Stevenson High School?
Adlai Stevenson High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Adlai Stevenson High School offer ?
Adlai Stevenson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Adlai Stevenson High School part of?
Adlai Stevenson High School is part of Utica Community Schools.
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