Serving 46 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, High Point 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 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Special education school / Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 46 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% 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
High Point School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
High Point School's student population of 46 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
46 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
High Point 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 High Point School is 0.52, which is less 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
#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
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
18%
18%
White
67%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High Point School's ranking?
High Point 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 High Point School?
The graduation rate of High Point School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend High Point School?
46 students attend High Point School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of High Point School students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High Point School?
High Point School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does High Point School offer ?
High Point School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is High Point School part of?
High Point School is part of Washtenaw Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is High Point School located?
High Point School is located in the Dicken neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Dicken.
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