Cass Technical High School is a four-year Public magnet high school in Midtown Detroit, Michigan, United States. It was established in 1907 and is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. It is named after Lewis Cass.
Serving 2,485 students in grades 9-12, Cass Technical 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cass Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cass Technical High School's student population of 2,485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Colors
White, Green, Hunter green
School Rankings
Cass Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cass Technical High School is 0.43, 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
#1515 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
4%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
74%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass Technical High School's ranking?
Cass Technical High School is ranked #1515 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cass Technical High School often compared to?
Cass Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cass Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Cass Technical High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Cass Technical High School?
2,485 students attend Cass Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cass Technical High School students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cass Technical High School?
Cass Technical High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Cass Technical High School offer ?
Cass Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cass Technical High School part of?
Cass Technical High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Cass Technical High School located?
Cass Technical High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
School Reviews
3 10/11/2022
I, like the alumni who posted earlier, am shocked to learn these stats. There is no way to explain how fabulous this school was. For most of the 20th century, it was a model of what other schools in the country wanted to be #1 or always in the Top 10in the *Country*. Math, science, business, the performing arts, architecture, and more were all taught by working professionals. It was like going to college before college; so much so, that many people were gainfully employed in their professions right out of high school. Cutting was a badge of honor. Only the best, brightest, and most talented from every corner of the city cut. Rich, poor and in-between, still mostly Black but by far more ethnically diverse than these numbers. It was located downtown in what was then a bustling, thriving metropolis. It probably took most people 30+ minutes to get there on a city bus (or two) or carpool, and it was worth it. I attended the building that was built in the 1920s. Gorgeous architectural details, and amazing theater. 8 stories covering a whole city block, plus a business school. It was an electric environment. It''s like Rome falling. So sorry to see this! (I can''t rate it as my time was many (many) years ago. Had to choose a star to submit my two cents. Good luck, Cass! Wishing you better days!)
5 2/24/2021
I was shocked to see the scores of a school that prided itself on its challenging programs and respected graduates. It was a big deal to get accepted, and I was proud to be a second-generation student there. I remain proud of my diploma but wondering, if these scores are accurate, how it has gotten that way.
1 12/18/2020
I was in the graduating class of 1963. Back then Cass was easily a 5 star school and ranked in the top 100 vocational /STEM schools in the U.S.How depressing to rate is barely a 1 star today.
5 1/31/2013
I AM AN OLD CHEERLEADER FROM THE SOUTH AND I NEED TO TELL YOU WHAT A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE TO SEE YOUR BAND - CHEERLEADERS AND OR DANCE TEAMS-PERFORM WHEN DAKOTA PLAYED YOUR TEAM IN THE PLAYOFFS THIS YEAR. I WAS MESMERIZED AND THRILLED BY YOUR HALF-TIME SHOW. IT IS SOMETHING I WILL NOT FORGET AND WANTED TO SAY THANK YOU.
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