Serving 1,963 students in grades 9-12, Brighton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,963 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brighton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brighton High School's student population of 1,963 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,963 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brighton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brighton High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#228 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
91%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brighton High School's ranking?
Brighton High School is ranked #228 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Brighton High School often compared to?
Brighton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hartland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brighton High School?
The graduation rate of Brighton High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Brighton High School?
1,963 students attend Brighton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Brighton High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brighton High School?
Brighton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brighton High School offer ?
Brighton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brighton High School part of?
Brighton High School is part of Brighton Area Schools School District.
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