Lee M. Thurston High School is a public high school in Redford, Michigan, United States in the suburban Detroit area. The school is a part of the South Redford School District. The school was completed in 1956. Recently THS received the rank of 11th among Michigan schools in Newsweek's top 1,000 high schools list.
Serving 867 students in grades 9-12, Lee M Thurston 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 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lee M Thurston High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lee M Thurston High School's student population of 867 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
867 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Lee M Thurston High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lee M Thurston High School is 0.33, 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
#2621 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
81%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Lee M Thurston High School's ranking?
Lee M Thurston High School is ranked #2621 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lee M Thurston High School often compared to?
Lee M Thurston High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood High School, Dearborn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lee M Thurston High School?
The graduation rate of Lee M Thurston High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lee M Thurston High School?
867 students attend Lee M Thurston High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Lee M Thurston High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lee M Thurston High School?
Lee M Thurston High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lee M Thurston High School offer ?
Lee M Thurston High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lee M Thurston High School part of?
Lee M Thurston High School is part of South Redford School District.
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