Serving 2,625 students in grades 9-12, Dakota High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,625 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dakota High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dakota High School's student population of 2,625 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,625 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
School Rankings
Dakota High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dakota High School is 0.37, 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
#711 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
8%
18%
White
79%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
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 Dakota High School's ranking?
Dakota High School is ranked #711 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dakota High School often compared to?
Dakota 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dakota High School?
The graduation rate of Dakota High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Dakota High School?
2,625 students attend Dakota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Dakota High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dakota High School?
Dakota High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Dakota High School offer ?
Dakota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dakota High School part of?
Dakota High School is part of Chippewa Valley Schools School District.
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