Serving 852 students in grades 9-12, Mumford 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 852 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mumford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mumford High School's student population of 852 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
852 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Mumford 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 Mumford High School is 0.04, 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
#2799 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%

Black
98%
18%

White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
70-74%
81%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Mumford High School's ranking?
Mumford High School is ranked #2799 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Mumford High School often compared to?
Mumford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cass Technical High School, Renaissance High 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mumford High School?
The graduation rate of Mumford High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Mumford High School?
852 students attend Mumford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Mumford High School students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mumford High School?
Mumford High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mumford High School offer ?
Mumford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mumford High School part of?
Mumford High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Mumford High School located?
Mumford High School is located in the Schulze neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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