Adrian High School is a public secondary school in Adrian, Michigan, United States. It serves students in grades 9–12 for the Adrian Public Schools.
Serving 804 students in grades 8-12, Adrian High School ranks in the top 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Adrian High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Adrian High School's student population of 804 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
804 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1857
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue
School Calendar
School Motto
Tradition of Opportunities, Future of Possibilities
School Rankings
Adrian 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 Adrian High School is 0.57, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1506 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
28%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
59%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Adrian High School's ranking?
Adrian High School is ranked #1506 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Adrian High School often compared to?
Adrian High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tecumseh High School, Madison High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Adrian High School?
The graduation rate of Adrian High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Adrian High School?
804 students attend Adrian High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Adrian High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Adrian High School?
Adrian High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Adrian High School offer ?
Adrian High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Adrian High School part of?
Adrian High School is part of Adrian School District.
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