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#55 of 3,192 schools in MI

Top 2% in state

Grosse Pointe South High School

High School · Grosse Pointe Public Schools

11 GROSSE POINTE BLVD, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Enrollment

1,164

Student-Teacher

17.4:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Michigan schools

#55 of 3,192

In Grosse Pointe Farms

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 12

Grosse Pointe Public Schools

Equity

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Grosse Pointe South High School

9.0/10

High School in Grosse Pointe Farms · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Grosse Pointe South High School

Grosse Pointe South High School is a public high school in Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, part of Grosse Pointe Public Schools. Grosse Pointe South High School serves approximately 1,164 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Grosse Pointe South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 3,192 schools in MI.

Structured state assessment records for Grosse Pointe South High School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.8
  • MI avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile93th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%
AP Participation46.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,020
Chronic Absenteeism17.8%

Grosse Pointe South High School — Students at Grosse Pointe South High School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 62.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
56%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
68%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2017
Math
0.5%
ELA
0.5%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2019
Math
78%
ELA
88%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
87%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Grosse Pointe South High School Compares

See how Grosse Pointe South High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in MI
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.5
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
13%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.8%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
46.3% participation·State avg: 2.5 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

11 GROSSE POINTE BLVD, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI 48236

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grosse Pointe South High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Grosse Pointe North High School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Grosse Pointe Woods), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Detroit), a more accessible option. For more schools in Grosse Pointe Farms, see our Grosse Pointe Farms schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Richard Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 0.3 mi 7.9
THE GROSSE POINTE ACADEMY Grosse Pointe Farms 0.6 mi 8.6
Lewis Maire Elementary School Grosse Pointe 0.8 mi 8.6
Kerby Elementary School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.3 mi 7.6
Brownell Middle School Grosse Pointe Farms 1.3 mi 8.0
ST CLARE OF MONTEFALCO SCHOOL Grosse Pointe Park 1.4 mi 7.9
Diann BanksWilliamson Educational Center Detroit 1.8 mi 7.3
East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney Detroit 1.8 mi 5.2
John Monteith Elementary School Grosse Pointe Woods 2.4 mi 6.2
Pierce Middle School Grosse Pointe Park 1.8 mi 7.9
Marquette ElementaryMiddle School Detroit 2.2 mi 6.3
OUR LADY STAR OF THE SEA ELEMENTARY Grosse Pointe Woods 2.4 mi 3.9
George Defer Elementary School Grosse Pointe Park 1.9 mi 8.7
J E Clark Preparatory Academy Detroit 2.0 mi 7.1
Detroit Merit Charter Academy Detroit 2.2 mi 3.4
Tyrone Elementary School Harper Woods 2.8 mi 2.2
Discovery Creative Pathways Harper Woods Harper Woods 2.8 mi 6.0
Grosse Pointe North High School Grosse Pointe Woods 3.2 mi 8.5
Ronald Brown Academy Detroit 2.5 mi 6.0
Parcells Middle School Grosse Pointe Woods 3.6 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48236 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,776

Median Home Value

$353,000

Median Rent

$1,588/mo

Population

31,383

College Educated

67.5%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

25.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.9%

Median Age

44.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grosse Pointe South High School

What grades does Grosse Pointe South High School serve?

Grosse Pointe South High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Grosse Pointe South High School?

Grosse Pointe South High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,164 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grosse Pointe South High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Grosse Pointe South High School is 17.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grosse Pointe South High School rank in MI?

Grosse Pointe South High School ranks #55 of 3,192 schools in MI.

What is Grosse Pointe South High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Grosse Pointe South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Grosse Pointe South High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grosse Pointe South High School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Grosse Pointe South High School a charter school?

No, Grosse Pointe South High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Grosse Pointe South High School a Title I school?

No, Grosse Pointe South High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grosse Pointe South High School?

12.7% of students at Grosse Pointe South 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
49 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
48 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,164
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Wayne County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.8%
4-Year Graduation
95.0%

District

Grosse Pointe Public Schools
District Enrollment
6,467
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,020
District Rank
#1 of 12

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