Trombly Alternative High School serves 171 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 78%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≤20% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 82%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
171 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤20%
78%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(09-10)≤20%
82%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
100%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(10-11)11-19%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 78% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 82% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Trombly Alternative High School?
The graduation rate of Trombly Alternative High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Trombly Alternative High School?
171 students attend Trombly Alternative High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Trombly Alternative High School students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trombly Alternative High School?
Trombly Alternative High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Trombly Alternative High School offer ?
Trombly Alternative High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Trombly Alternative High School part of?
Trombly Alternative High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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