Mount Clemens High School was established in the 19th century. It is located in Mount Clemens, Michigan, United States. It is a part of Mount Clemens Community Schools.
Serving 239 students in grades 9-12, Mount Clemens 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Clemens High School's student population of 239 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1859
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mount Clemens 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 Mount Clemens High School is 0.54, 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
#2717 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
65%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Clemens High School's ranking?
Mount Clemens High School is ranked #2717 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Clemens High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Clemens High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mount Clemens High School?
239 students attend Mount Clemens High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mount Clemens High School students are Black, 15% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are White, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mount Clemens High School?
Mount Clemens High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Mount Clemens High School offer ?
Mount Clemens High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Clemens High School part of?
Mount Clemens High School is part of Mount Clemens Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Clemens High School located?
Mount Clemens High School is located in the Breitmeyer Hills neighborhood of Mount Clemens, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Breitmeyer Hills.
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