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#1360 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 43% in state
Garden City High School
High School · Garden City Public Schools
6500 MIDDLEBELT RD, Garden City, MI 48135
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
857
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
6.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#1,360 of 3,192
In Garden City
#6 of 9
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Garden City Public Schools
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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About Garden City High School
Garden City High School is a public high school in Garden City, MI, part of Garden City Public Schools. Garden City High School serves approximately 857 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,360 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.6 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Garden City High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
40% of students at Garden City 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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Garden City High School — Students at Garden City High School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.0/10.
How Garden City High School Compares
See how Garden City 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
6500 MIDDLEBELT RD, Garden City, MI 48135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Franklin High School (rated 7.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Livonia), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Cambridge Alternative High School (rated 4.8/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,396
Median Home Value
$162,400
Median Rent
$991/mo
Population
26,910
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
79.2%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
11.3%
Median Age
40.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Allen Park High School Allen Park, MI | 6.6 |
| Almont High School Almont, MI | 6.6 |
| Alpena High School Alpena, MI | 6.6 |
| Big Rapids High School Big Rapids, MI | 6.6 |
| Brandon High School Ortonville, MI | 6.6 |
| Clarenceville High School Livonia, MI | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City High School
What grades does Garden City High School serve?
Garden City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Garden City High School?
Garden City High School has an enrollment of approximately 857 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City High School is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City High School rank in MI?
Garden City High School ranks #1,360 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Garden City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Garden City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Garden City High School a charter school?
No, Garden City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City High School a Title I school?
No, Garden City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City High School?
51.2% of students at Garden City 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 857
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (734) 762-8350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
Garden City Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 3,194
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,508
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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