Melvindale High School is a public school located in Allen Park, Michigan, which is in the Downriver area. This school is offered to students that are in grades 9-12. It is within the Melvindale-Northern Allen Park School District and it also serves northern portions of Allen Park.
Serving 979 students in grades 9-12, Melvindale High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 979 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melvindale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Melvindale High School's student population of 979 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
979 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1882
School Calendar
School Motto
Melvindale High School is a beautifully diverse family dedicated to developing knowledge, skills, and character in an inclusive school community in order to create opportunities and growth for all.
School Mascot
Cardinals
School Rankings
Melvindale High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melvindale High School is 0.54, 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
#2191 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
27%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
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: Cardinals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melvindale High School's ranking?
Melvindale High School is ranked #2191 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melvindale High School?
The graduation rate of Melvindale High School is 84%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Melvindale High School?
979 students attend Melvindale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Melvindale High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melvindale High School?
Melvindale High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Melvindale High School offer ?
Melvindale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melvindale High School part of?
Melvindale High School is part of Melvindale-Northern Allen Park Schools School District.
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