Serving 39 students in grades 7-12, Detour High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- 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
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detour High School's student population of 39 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
39 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Detour High School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
17:1
American Indian
31%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
69%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detour High School?
The graduation rate of Detour High School is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Detour High School?
39 students attend Detour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Detour High School students are White, and 31% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detour High School?
Detour High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detour High School offer ?
Detour High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Detour High School part of?
Detour High School is part of Detour Area Schools School District.
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