Melvindale High School

Melvindale High School serves 979 students in grades 9-12 in Allen Park, Michigan, with a student-teacher ratio of 21.8:1 and 45 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public high school operates in Wayne County and currently ranks in the 11th percentile among Michigan high schools, with room for academic growth and development. The school draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income reaches $73,792 and the median home value is $165,600.

With a relatively low poverty rate of 7.6%, the surrounding area provides a solid foundation for families, though only 28% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, suggesting opportunities for the school to help students pursue higher education pathways. As a comprehensive high school in this large suburban setting, Melvindale High School works to prepare nearly 1,000 students for their post-secondary futures. The school's size allows for diverse programming possibilities while maintaining a community feel within the broader Allen Park area.

Located at 4500 Enterprise Drive, Melvindale High School sits in a well-established suburban community that balances accessibility with the residential character typical of southeastern Michigan's Wayne County communities.

The student-teacher ratio at Melvindale High School is 21.8:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.