Harry S Truman High School was located in Taylor, Michigan in Metro Detroit. It was opened in 1973 as a combined High School and Middle School. The original school physical plant was designed using the Open School concept, which meant they had classrooms with no walls.
Serving 1,371 students in grades 9-12, Taylor 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,371 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Taylor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Taylor High School's student population of 1,371 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,371 students
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Black, Gold
School Rankings
Taylor 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 Taylor High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2394 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
31%
18%
White
48%
63%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taylor High School's ranking?
Taylor High School is ranked #2394 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Taylor High School often compared to?
Taylor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allen Park High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taylor High School?
The graduation rate of Taylor High School is 76%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Taylor High School?
1,371 students attend Taylor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Taylor High School students are White, 31% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taylor High School?
Taylor High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Taylor High School offer ?
Taylor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taylor High School part of?
Taylor High School is part of Taylor School District.
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