Allen Park High School is a secondary school in Allen Park, Michigan, United States. It is operated by Allen Park Public Schools. Allen Park High was established in 1950. Prior to then, Allen Park School District students attended Detroit Southwestern High School, Lincoln Park High School, or Melvindale High School.
Serving 1,136 students in grades 9-12, Allen Park 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 28% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,136 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Allen Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Allen Park High School's student population of 1,136 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,136 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
School Rankings
Allen Park 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 Allen Park High School is 0.38, 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
#1128 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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: Jaguars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Allen Park High School's ranking?
Allen Park High School is ranked #1128 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Allen Park High School often compared to?
Allen Park High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trenton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Allen Park High School?
The graduation rate of Allen Park High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Allen Park High School?
1,136 students attend Allen Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Allen Park High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Allen Park High School?
Allen Park High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Allen Park High School offer ?
Allen Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Allen Park High School part of?
Allen Park High School is part of Allen Park School District.
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