Serving 45 students in grades 7-12, Detour High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: DeTour High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in De Tour Village, MI, encompassing approximately 694.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Detour High School's student population of 45 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Detour High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detour High School is 0.37, 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
#740 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
16:1
American Indian
13%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detour High School's ranking?
Detour High School is ranked #740 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detour High School?
The graduation rate of Detour High School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Detour High School?
45 students attend Detour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Detour High School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Detour High School?
Detour High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Detour High School offer ?
Detour High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Detour High School part of?
Detour High School is part of Detour Area Schools.
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