University High School Academy
274 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
University High School Academy (UHSA), located in Lathrup Village, Michigan, is a selective-admissions public school operating under the Southfield Public Schools district. Designed as an accelerated learning environment, the school focuses on providing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, critical thinking, and leadership development. Because it is a specialized academy, it attracts students from across the district who are seeking a more challenging educational experience than what might be found in a traditional comprehensive high school setting.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high standards and its supportive, small-community atmosphere, which allows for closer faculty-student interactions. Beyond the core academic subjects, UHSA often incorporates opportunities for advanced coursework, extracurricular engagement, and community involvement to prepare students for success in higher education. By fostering a culture of high expectations and personal accountability, University High School Academy aims to cultivate well-rounded scholars who are prepared to meet the demands of a competitive global environment.
The school is well-regarded for its commitment to high standards and its supportive, small-community atmosphere, which allows for closer faculty-student interactions. Beyond the core academic subjects, UHSA often incorporates opportunities for advanced coursework, extracurricular engagement, and community involvement to prepare students for success in higher education. By fostering a culture of high expectations and personal accountability, University High School Academy aims to cultivate well-rounded scholars who are prepared to meet the demands of a competitive global environment.
274
Total Students
17.5
Full-Time Teachers
15.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
36.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Black | 265 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More | 3 |
-
Black265 (96.7%)
-
Hispanic3 (1.1%)
-
Two or More3 (1.1%)
-
Asian2 (0.7%)
-
White1 (0.4%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Southfield Public School District |
| Phone: | (248)746-4370 |
| Website: | http://www.southfieldk12.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 274 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 82 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 17 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
78
Grade 10
51
Grade 11
76
Grade 12
69
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 78 |
| Grade 10 | 51 |
| Grade 11 | 76 |
| Grade 12 | 69 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 139 | 50.7% |
| Male | 135 | 49.3% |
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)
1,108 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
1,081 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,200 Students
High School 7th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
0 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,293 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
420 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 9th - 12th
369 Students
High School 6th - 12th
348 Students
High School 9th - 12th
77 Students
High School 9th - 12th
739 Students
High School 9th - 12th
469 Students
High School 9th - 12th
Charter School
451 Students
High School 9th - 12th
High School 8th - 12th
1,481 Students
High School 9th - 12th
1,197 Students
High School 9th - 12th