Redford Union High School is a secondary school in Redford, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. The school is affiliated with the Redford Union School District and serves grades 9-12.
Serving 441 students in grades 7-9, Redford Union Jr High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-9
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Redford Union Jr High School's student population of 441 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-9
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Redford Union Jr High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redford Union Jr High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)11%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
71%
18%
White
14%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redford Union Jr High School's ranking?
Redford Union Jr High School is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Redford Union Jr High School?
441 students attend Redford Union Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Redford Union Jr High School students are Black, 14% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redford Union Jr High School?
Redford Union Jr High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Redford Union Jr High School offer ?
Redford Union Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-9 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Redford Union Jr High School part of?
Redford Union Jr High School is part of Redford Union Schools District No. 1 School District.
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