Serving 965 students in grades 9-12, Hamtramck 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 965 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamtramck High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hamtramck High School's student population of 965 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
965 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamtramck 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 Hamtramck High School is 0.61, 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
#2630 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
38%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
49%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamtramck High School's ranking?
Hamtramck High School is ranked #2630 out of 3,069 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamtramck High School?
The graduation rate of Hamtramck High School is 87%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hamtramck High School?
965 students attend Hamtramck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Hamtramck High School students are White, 38% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamtramck High School?
Hamtramck High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamtramck High School offer ?
Hamtramck High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hamtramck High School part of?
Hamtramck High School is part of Hamtramck School District Of The City Of.
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