Saline High School is a public high school near Saline, Michigan, United States. The school, a part of the Saline Area Schools, moved to its 47,000 m² facility on roughly 81 hectares of land on Industrial Drive in August 2004 in Pittsfield Township.
Serving 1,562 students in grades 9-12, Saline High School ranks in the top 10% 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 57% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,562 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saline High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Saline High School's student population of 1,562 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,562 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Saline High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saline High School is 0.29, 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
#172 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
84%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Saline High School's ranking?
Saline High School is ranked #172 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saline High School?
The graduation rate of Saline High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Saline High School?
1,562 students attend Saline High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Saline High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saline High School?
Saline High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saline High School offer ?
Saline High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saline High School part of?
Saline High School is part of Saline Area Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 2/8/2010
Saline Area Schools is, overall, a nice district. The high school is their crowning glory. Almost everyone participates in sports, clubs, or other out of school activities. Academics are competitive, and students who don't step up their study habits will be left behind. The music program is excellent; the facilities are fantastic. Almost every graduate will attend college. Cliques are not an issue, but fights do break out. Overall, a good school.
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