Serving 484 students in grades 8-12, Carrollton 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 484 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carrollton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Carrollton High School's student population of 484 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
484 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carrollton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carrollton High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2530 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
26%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
39%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carrollton High School's ranking?
Carrollton High School is ranked #2530 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Carrollton High School often compared to?
Carrollton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bridgeport High School, Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carrollton High School?
The graduation rate of Carrollton High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Carrollton High School?
484 students attend Carrollton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Carrollton High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carrollton High School?
Carrollton High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Carrollton High School offer ?
Carrollton High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carrollton High School part of?
Carrollton High School is part of Carrollton School District.
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