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 1,951 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 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,951 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- 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%)
- 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 1,951 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,951 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
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 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. 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
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
75%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Titans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
1,951 students attend Adlai Stevenson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Adlai Stevenson High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% 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 17:1.
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 School District.
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