East Lansing High School is a public high school in the city of East Lansing, Michigan, United States. It is managed by the East Lansing Public Schools district. The school is located about a mile north of the Michigan State University campus. Construction started in 1956, with the school opening in September 1959.
Serving 1,240 students in grades 9-12, East Lansing High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,240 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Lansing High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Lansing High School's student population of 1,240 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,240 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Nurturing each child, Educating all students, Building world citizens
School Mascot
Trojans
School Rankings
East Lansing High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Lansing High School is 0.64, which is more 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
#587 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
19%
18%
White
56%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Trojans
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Lansing High School's ranking?
East Lansing High School is ranked #587 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are East Lansing High School often compared to?
East Lansing High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Okemos High School, Haslett 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 35% MI state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Lansing High School?
The graduation rate of East Lansing High School is 89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend East Lansing High School?
1,240 students attend East Lansing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of East Lansing High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Lansing High School?
East Lansing High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does East Lansing High School offer ?
East Lansing High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Lansing High School part of?
East Lansing High School is part of East Lansing School District.
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