Serving 469 students in grades 9-12, Actech 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Actech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Actech High School's student population of 469 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Mascot
Phoenix, Grizzlies
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Year Founded
1849
School Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Actech 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 Actech High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
27%
9%
Black
50%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Actech High School's ranking?
Actech High School is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Actech High School often compared to?
Actech High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arbor Preparatory High School, Huron High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Actech High School?
The graduation rate of Actech High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Actech High School?
469 students attend Actech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Actech High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Actech High School?
Actech High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Actech High School offer ?
Actech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Actech High School part of?
Actech High School is part of Ypsilanti Community Schools School District.
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