Excellent
#22 of 3,192 schools in MI
Top 1% in state
University High School Academy
High School · Southfield Public School District · Lathrup Village, MI
A Southfield Public School District high school where students score 14 points above what's typical for similar communities.
19301 W 12 Mile Road, Lathrup Village, MI 48076
- Math 27% proficient (2021)
- Reading 82% proficient (2021)
- 95%+ 4-year graduation
Academics
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Students at University High School Academy score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
2021 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. MI average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 10 points since 2018, to 55% in 2021, across a 12-year record (2010–2021).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 38% (multi-year average, 2010-2021) · reading/ELA 73% (multi-year average, 2010-2021)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 24 test records from MI state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
53.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where University High School Academy sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 41Car-Dependent
- Bike 42Somewhat Bikeable
- City Safety: Elevated1,203/100K
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FBI Uniform Crime Reporting · 2024 · city context (Lathrup Village), not school-level safety or attendance eligibility. Source details
Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$85,171
Median home value
$251,300
Median rent
$1,451/mo
College educated
44.3%
Homeownership
72.5%
Poverty rate
7.9%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 48076; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farber Hebrew Day SchoolPrivate · tuition | 7.9private | PK–12 | 0.9 mi | 201 | Compare → |
| Yeshivas Darchei Torah-girlsPrivate · tuition | 6.8private | PK–12 | 1.1 mi | 444 | Compare → |
| Southfield Christian SchoolPrivate · tuition | 6.8private | PK–12 | 1.3 mi | 554 | Compare → |
| Wylie E Groves High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 9.2 | 9–12 | 1.3 mi | 1,130 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Public and private scores come from different models and are shown side by side, not blended into one ranking.
Southfield Public School District
- Schools in district
- 13
- Rank in district
- #1 of 13
- District spending per student
- $22,207NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 14.5%Census SAIPE · 2024
University High School Academy is listed in Southfield Public School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About University High School Academy
University High School Academy is a public high school in Lathrup Village, MI, part of Southfield Public School District, serving approximately 252 students in grades 9th-12th with a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 3,192 schools in MI. State assessment records show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about University High School Academy
What grades does University High School Academy serve?
University High School Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend University High School Academy?
University High School Academy has an enrollment of approximately 252 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University High School Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at University High School Academy is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does University High School Academy rank in MI?
University High School Academy ranks #22 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is University High School Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
University High School Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 University High School Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, University High School Academy has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2021).
Is University High School Academy a charter school?
No, University High School Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is University High School Academy a Title I school?
No, University High School Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for University High School Academy?
53.6% of students at University High School Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 252
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oakland County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.2%
- Phone
- (248) 746-4370
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
- Area population (ZIP 48076)
- 24,817
- Area average commute
- 23.8 min
- Area median age
- 45.4
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 48076; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2010-2021; directory SY 2023–24
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