Royal Oak High School is a public high school located in Royal Oak, Michigan. The principal is Don Loomis. It is a part of Royal Oak Schools.
Serving 1,293 students in grades 9-12, Royal Oak High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,293 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Royal Oak High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 12.3 square miles in Royal Oak, MI, with typical drive times of 5 to 10 minutes and an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 4.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Royal Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Royal Oak High School's student population of 1,293 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,293 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Royal Oak High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Royal Oak High School is 0.45, 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
#610 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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
97%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Royal blue, Silver
School Mascot
Ravens
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Royal Oak High School's ranking?
Royal Oak High School is ranked #610 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Royal Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Royal Oak High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Royal Oak High School?
1,293 students attend Royal Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Royal Oak High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Royal Oak High School?
Royal Oak High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Royal Oak High School offer ?
Royal Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Royal Oak High School part of?
Royal Oak High School is part of Royal Oak Schools.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
I would not recommend this school., Teachers and faculty really do not seem to care about the students. The administration seems to favor the male population, and the bullying is outrageous. I have had friends ask me about this school, and I respond by telling them if they have another choice, by all means make it somewhere else than here. The academic programs are ok.
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