Serving 274 students in grades 9-12, University High School Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University High School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
University High School Academy's student population of 274 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Where Students are Positioned for Success!
School Rankings
University High School Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University High School Academy is 0.06, 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
#517 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
97%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 University High School Academy's ranking?
University High School Academy is ranked #517 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University High School Academy often compared to?
University High School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like University High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School Academy?
The graduation rate of University High School Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend University High School Academy?
274 students attend University High School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of University High School Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University High School Academy?
University High School Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does University High School Academy offer ?
University High School Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is University High School Academy part of?
University High School Academy is part of Southfield Public School District.
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