Serving 38 students in grades 7-12, Detour High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 38 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Detour High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Detour High School's student population of 38 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
38 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Detour High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Detour High School is 0.45, 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
#761 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
17:1
American Indian
21%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≤20%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Detour High School's ranking?
Detour High School is ranked #761 out of 3,069 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Detour High School?
The graduation rate of Detour High School is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Detour High School?
38 students attend Detour High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Detour High School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Detour High School?
Detour High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Detour High School offer ?
Detour High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Detour High School part of?
Detour High School is part of Detour Area Schools School District.
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