Serving 1,047 students in grades 8-12, Southfield 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 was 8% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 29% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
1,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)8%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
2%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
3%
Hispanic
(15-16)n/a
7%
Black
(15-16)100%
18%
White
(15-16)n/a
67%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Graduation Rate
(15-16)95%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southfield High School?
The graduation rate of Southfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Southfield High School?
1,047 students attend Southfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Southfield High School students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southfield High School?
Southfield High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Southfield High School offer ?
Southfield High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Southfield High School part of?
Southfield High School is part of Southfield 51爆料 District.
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