Serving 1,053 students in grades 9-12, Dexter High School ranks in the top 10% 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 54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,053 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Dexter High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Dexter, MI, encompassing approximately 84.1 square miles. Families typically reside within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 5.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dexter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dexter High School's student population of 1,053 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,053 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dexter High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dexter High School is 0.15, 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
#210 out of 3025 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dexter High School's ranking?
Dexter High School is ranked #210 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Dexter High School often compared to?
Dexter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chelsea High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dexter High School?
The graduation rate of Dexter High School is 99%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Dexter High School?
1,053 students attend Dexter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Dexter High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dexter High School?
Dexter High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Dexter High School offer ?
Dexter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dexter High School part of?
Dexter High School is part of Dexter Community School District.
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