Serving 53 students in grades 9-12, Veritas ranks in the bottom 50% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 53 students
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Veritas ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Veritas's student population of 53 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
53 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1916
School Calendar
School Rankings
Veritas 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 Veritas is 0.12, 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
#1625 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
94%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Redford Union Schools District No. 1
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Veritas's ranking?
Veritas is ranked #1625 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Veritas?
The graduation rate of Veritas is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Veritas?
53 students attend Veritas.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Veritas students are Black, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Veritas offer ?
Veritas offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Veritas part of?
Veritas is part of Redford Union Schools District No. 1.
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