Cass Technical High School is a four-year Public magnet high school in Midtown Detroit, Michigan, United States. It was established in 1907 and is part of the Detroit Public Schools Community District. It is named after Lewis Cass.
Serving 2,493 students in grades 9-12, Cass Technical High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cass Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cass Technical High School's student population of 2,493 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,493 students
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Year Founded
1907
Colors
White, Green, Hunter green
School Rankings
Cass Technical High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cass Technical High School is 0.43, which is less 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
#1106 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
74%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cass Technical High School's ranking?
Cass Technical High School is ranked #1106 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Cass Technical High School often compared to?
Cass Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renaissance High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cass Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Cass Technical High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Cass Technical High School?
2,493 students attend Cass Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Cass Technical High School students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cass Technical High School?
Cass Technical High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cass Technical High School offer ?
Cass Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cass Technical High School part of?
Cass Technical High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Cass Technical High School located?
Cass Technical High School is located in the Midtown neighborhood of Detroit, MI.
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