Linden High School, a grade 9-12 high school in the Linden Community School District, is located west of Linden, Michigan.
Serving 775 students in grades 9-12, Linden High School ranks in the top 30% 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 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 775 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Linden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Linden High School's student population of 775 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
775 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1896
Colors
Black, Red
School Motto
Learning Creating Succeeding
School Rankings
Linden High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Linden High School is 0.22, 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
#719 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
88%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Linden Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Linden High School's ranking?
Linden High School is ranked #719 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Linden High School often compared to?
Linden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Fenton High School, Fenton Senior High School, Swartz Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Linden High School?
The graduation rate of Linden High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Linden High School?
775 students attend Linden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Linden High School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Linden High School?
Linden High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Linden High School offer ?
Linden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Linden High School part of?
Linden High School is part of Linden Community Schools.
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