Taylor High School

1,371 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Truman High School, located on Beech Daly Road in Taylor, Michigan, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Taylor School District. The school is known for providing a comprehensive high school experience that emphasizes academic growth, extracurricular involvement, and preparation for post-secondary success. As a key fixture of the Taylor community, Truman High aims to foster a supportive learning environment where students can explore a variety of interests, ranging from traditional core curricula to vocational and elective pathways.

Beyond its academic offerings, Truman High School is highly integrated into the culture of Taylor, often serving as a hub for community spirit and student-led events. The school is typically characterized by a diverse student body and a commitment to preparing youth for the challenges of college and the modern workforce. By balancing rigorous classroom instruction with athletics, arts, and student organizations, Truman High focuses on developing well-rounded individuals who are equipped to contribute positively to their community upon graduation.

1,371

Total Students

74.0

Full-Time Teachers

18.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

64.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Taylor High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	653
Hispanic	166
Black	431
Asian	15
Two or More	103
American Indian	3

White
653 (47.6%)
Black
431 (31.4%)
Hispanic
166 (12.1%)
Two or More
103 (7.5%)
Asian
15 (1.1%)
American Indian
3 (0.2%)

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:	Taylor School District
Phone:	(734)946-6551
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,371
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	74.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	18.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	806
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	81

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 486

Grade 10 344

Grade 11 283

Grade 12 249

Ungraded 9