Clintondale High School is a public school in Clinton Township, Macomb County, Michigan, United States. It is part of Clintondale Community Schools. The school has 390 students in grades 9–12, with a student-teacher ratio of 17 to 1.
Serving 360 students in grades 9-12, Clintondale High School ranks in the bottom 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 360 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Clintondale High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 3.9 square miles in Clinton Township, MI. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 1.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Clintondale High School's student population of 360 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
360 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Clintondale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clintondale High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2576 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
68%
18%
White
19%
63%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clintondale High School's ranking?
Clintondale High School is ranked #2576 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Clintondale High School often compared to?
Clintondale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chippewa Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clintondale High School?
The graduation rate of Clintondale High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Clintondale High School?
360 students attend Clintondale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Clintondale High School students are Black, 19% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clintondale High School?
Clintondale High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Clintondale High School offer ?
Clintondale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clintondale High School part of?
Clintondale High School is part of Clintondale Community Schools.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Don't judge a book by its cover. School with a definate personal touch. Principal even gives each student a personalized birthday card. My senior just had lunch with the high school principal!
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