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#4 of 3,190 schools in MI

Top 1% in state

Skyline High School

High School · Ann Arbor Public Schools

2552 NORTH MAPLE RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Enrollment

1,271

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

9.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Ann Arbor

#1 of 35

public schools

Michigan high schools

#1 of 812

In district

#1 of 31

Ann Arbor Public Schools

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Skyline High School

Skyline High School in Ann Arbor, Michigan serves 1,271 students in grades 9 through 12 and earns a composite score of 9.6 out of 10 — a rating MySchoolScout labels Exceptional. Its academic score of 9.9 and growth score of 9.6 place it at the absolute top of the state: Skyline ranks #1 of 812 public high schools in Michigan and outperforms 100% of Michigan schools overall. That standing holds locally as well.

Skyline sits at #1 of 35 schools in Ann Arbor, meaning no school in this competitive district finishes ahead of it. A student-teacher ratio of 15.1:1 gives some indication of the classroom environment supporting those results. For families comparing high schools in the Ann Arbor area or across Michigan, the data here is straightforward.

Skyline is a regular public school, tuition-free, and accessible to resident students. Its academic and growth scores both sit in the highest tier, signaling strong current performance and continued upward momentum. Few public high schools in the state can match that combination.

What's said publicly about Skyline High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Skyline High School is a public, magnet high school located in Ann Arbor, Michigan 1 . The institution opened in the fall of 2008 1 . Its establishment was intended to relieve overcrowding at two existing high schools in the area: Huron High School and Pioneer High School 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.6Exceptional25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+3.25 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77%
Reading/ELA Proficiency87%
Overall Proficiency82%
Expected (poverty-adj.)60%
vs. Expected+21.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.9Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation52.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.0Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,940

Skyline High School — Students at Skyline High School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 73.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from MI state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2019
Math
70%
ELA
81%
2021*
Math
77%
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: 9.6/10.

How Skyline High School Compares

See how Skyline High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.6/10
100th percentile in MI
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
9.6/10
Above average
Environment
9.0/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
84 teachers

Location

2552 NORTH MAPLE RD, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Skyline High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Community High School (rated 8.8/10, 2.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR (rated 8.0/10, 2.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, VERITAS CHRISTI CATHOLIC H.S. (rated 3.7/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ann Arbor, see our Ann Arbor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 0.7 mi 8.2
Wines Elementary School Ann Arbor 0.6 mi 8.1
Abbot School Ann Arbor 0.9 mi 5.2
Forsythe Middle School Ann Arbor 0.8 mi 6.8
Haisley Elementary School Ann Arbor 1.1 mi 7.5
Ann Arbor Open at Mack School Ann Arbor 1.5 mi 7.5
Slauson Middle School Ann Arbor 1.9 mi 6.7
Lakewood Elementary School Ann Arbor 2.0 mi 5.4
VERITAS CHRISTI CATHOLIC H.S. Ann Arbor 2.1 mi 3.7
Eberwhite School Ann Arbor 2.4 mi 8.4
Bach Elementary School Ann Arbor 2.3 mi 9.0
Community High School Ann Arbor 2.3 mi 8.8
Dicken Elementary School Ann Arbor 2.9 mi 6.5
RUDOLF STEINER SCHOOL OF ANN ARBOR Ann Arbor 2.2 mi 8.0
Ann Arbor STEAM at Northside School Ann Arbor 2.3 mi 7.8
Honey Creek Community School Ann Arbor 3.1 mi 8.0
High Point School Ann Arbor 3.1 mi 9.1
Young Adult Programs Ann Arbor 3.1 mi
LocalBased SpecEd Programs Ann Arbor 3.1 mi
Washtenaw Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program Ann Arbor 3.1 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 48103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,513

Median Home Value

$455,100

Median Rent

$1,760/mo

Population

54,635

College Educated

74.9%

Homeownership

66.2%

Avg Commute

21.4 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

40.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Skyline High School has a median household income of $115,513. It is a well-educated community where 75% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $455,100, with a median rent of $1,760/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Huron High School Ann Arbor, MI 9.5
Pioneer High School Ann Arbor, MI 9.5
Bloomfield Hills High School Bloomfield Township, MI 9.3
Ernest W Seaholm High School Birmingham, MI 9.2
Wylie E Groves High School Beverly Hills, MI 9.2
Walled Lake Western High School Commerce Township, MI 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Skyline High School

What grades does Skyline High School serve?

Skyline High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Skyline High School?

Skyline High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,271 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Skyline High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Skyline High School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Skyline High School rank in MI?

Skyline High School is ranked #4 out of 3,190 schools in MI.

What is Skyline High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Skyline High School has a composite rating of 9.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Skyline High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Skyline High School has 73.5% math proficiency and 84.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Skyline High School a charter school?

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

Is Skyline High School a Title I school?

No, Skyline High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Skyline High School?

21.9% of students at Skyline 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
16 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
33 Some Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,024/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Ann Arbor). Data >1 year old.

Compare This School

How does Skyline High School stack up?

Pioneer High School
9.5
Huron High School
9.5
Community High School
8.8
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,271
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
84
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Washtenaw County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Ann Arbor Public Schools
District Enrollment
16,978
Schools in District
32
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,600
District Rank
#1 of 31

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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