Very Good
#828 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 26% in state
Airport Senior High School
High School · Airport Community Schools
11330 GRAFTON RD, Carleton, MI 48117
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
776
Student-Teacher
18:1
Score
7.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#828 of 3,192
In Carleton
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Airport Community Schools
Academic growth
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Airport Senior High School
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About Airport Senior High School
Airport Senior High School is a public high school in Carleton, MI, part of Airport Community Schools. Airport Senior High School serves approximately 776 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 18:1 student-teacher ratio. Airport Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #828 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Airport Senior High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Airport Senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
31% of students at Airport Senior High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Airport Senior High School — Students at Airport Senior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.1/10.
How Airport Senior High School Compares
See how Airport Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
11330 GRAFTON RD, Carleton, MI 48117
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Airport Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Huron High School (rated 7.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby New Boston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Jefferson High School (rated 6.0/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Newport), a more accessible option. For more schools in Carleton, see our Carleton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Center for Education Carleton | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Airport Middle College Carleton | 0.0 mi | — |
| Joseph C Sterling Elementary School Carleton | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Wagar Junior High School Carleton | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Wagar Middle School Carleton | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| Loren Eyler Elementary School Carleton | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Carleton | 2.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN SCHOOL New Boston | 4.0 mi | 7.2 |
| HOLY GHOST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Monroe | 4.3 mi | 5.6 |
| Henry Niedermeier Elementary School Newport | 4.4 mi | 8.4 |
| Triumph Academy Monroe | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Huron High School New Boston | 6.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Carl T Renton Jr High School New Boston | 6.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Alice I Ferguson Early Childhood Center New Boston | 6.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Brown Elementary School New Boston | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Raisinville School Monroe | 6.0 mi | 3.5 |
| ST CHARLES BORROMEO CATHOLIC ACADEMY Newport | 5.5 mi | 4.4 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Monroe | 7.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Jefferson High School Newport | 6.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Fred W Ritter Elementary School South Rockwood | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48117 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,600
Median Home Value
$276,600
Median Rent
$1,081/mo
Population
10,199
College Educated
14.5%
Homeownership
88.6%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
11%
Median Age
48.9
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|---|---|
| Comstock Park High School Comstock Park, MI | 7.2 |
| Corunna High School Corunna, MI | 7.2 |
| Denby High School Detroit, MI | 7.2 |
| GREENHILLS SCHOOL Ann Arbor, MI | 7.2 |
| Gaylord High SchoolVoc Bldg Gaylord, MI | 7.2 |
| Gull Lake High School Richland, MI | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Airport Senior High School
What grades does Airport Senior High School serve?
Airport Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Airport Senior High School?
Airport Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 776 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Airport Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Airport Senior High School is 18:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Airport Senior High School rank in MI?
Airport Senior High School ranks #828 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Airport Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Airport Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Airport Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Airport Senior High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Airport Senior High School a charter school?
No, Airport Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Airport Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Airport Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Airport Senior High School?
49.0% of students at Airport Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 776
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 43
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Monroe County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (734) 654-6208
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Airport Community Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,811
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,963
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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