Serving 286 students in grades 7-12, Reading 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Reading High School's student population of 286 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
null
School Rankings
Reading 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 Reading High School is 0.12, 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
#2243 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Null
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Reading High School's ranking?
Reading High School is ranked #2243 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Reading High School often compared to?
Reading High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillsdale High School, Jonesville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Reading High School?
The graduation rate of Reading High School is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Reading High School?
286 students attend Reading High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Reading High School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Reading High School?
Reading High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Reading High School offer ?
Reading High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Reading High School part of?
Reading High School is part of Reading Community Schools.
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