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#2387 of 3,192 schools in MI
Harper Woods High School
High School · Harper Woods The School District of the City of
20225 BEACONSFIELD ST, Harper Woods, MI 48225
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
878
Student-Teacher
24.4:1
Score
5.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,387 of 3,192
In Harper Woods
#4 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Harper Woods The School District of the City of
Academic growth
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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About Harper Woods High School
Harper Woods High School is a public high school in Harper Woods, MI, part of Harper Woods The School District of the City of. Harper Woods High School serves approximately 878 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 24.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Harper Woods High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,387 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Harper Woods High School show 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Harper Woods 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.
Harper Woods High School runs 24.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
69% of students at Harper Woods 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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Harper Woods High School — Students at Harper Woods High School score 7% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.1%
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: 7.7/10.
How Harper Woods High School Compares
See how Harper Woods 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
20225 BEACONSFIELD ST, Harper Woods, MI 48225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harper Woods High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Denby High School (rated 7.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Detroit), which scores notably higher. Another option is Chandler Park Academy High School (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Harper Academy (rated 6.1/10), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Harper Woods, see our Harper Woods schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,248
Median Home Value
$140,800
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
16,328
College Educated
23.4%
Homeownership
64.2%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
20%
Median Age
35.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harper Woods High School
What grades does Harper Woods High School serve?
Harper Woods High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Harper Woods High School?
Harper Woods High School has an enrollment of approximately 878 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harper Woods High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harper Woods High School is 24.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Harper Woods High School rank in MI?
Harper Woods High School ranks #2,387 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Harper Woods High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harper Woods High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Harper Woods High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Harper Woods High School has 10% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Harper Woods High School a charter school?
No, Harper Woods High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Harper Woods High School a Title I school?
No, Harper Woods High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Harper Woods High School?
82.1% of students at Harper Woods 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
- 878
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 24.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.0%
- Phone
- (313) 245-3084
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
Harper Woods The School District of the City of- District Enrollment
- 2,760
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,935
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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