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Fenton Senior High School

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Fenton Senior High School ranks 121 st of 800 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades 9-12

121^st

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 800 Michigan High Schools

Better than 85% of Michigan high schools

Summary

Fenton Senior High School is a large, high-performing public high school in Fenton, MI, serving 982 students in grades 9-12 as part of the highly ranked Fenton Area Public Schools district.

For parents, the most important takeaway is that Fenton delivers consistently strong academic results across the board. The school ranks in the top 15% of Michigan high schools and has earned a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger for the past decade. Its graduation rate is high, and its test scores regularly outpace both the district and state averages. Fenton shows a particular strength in humanities: 69.3% of students are proficient in Social Studies (tied for the highest among nearby schools and well above the state average of 43.2%), and 62.8% are proficient in Evidence-Based Reading and Writing on the SAT. Math proficiency (32.2%) and Science (49.8%) are lower but still competitive with local peers. Notably, Fenton also performs exceptionally well with its low-income students, ranking in the 83rd percentile statewide for this subgroup—a strong indicator that the school supports all learners effectively.

When comparing Fenton to its neighbors, it stands out as a top choice. It outperforms Grand Blanc Community High School, Holly High School, and Linden High School in nearly every subject. Its closest academic rivals are Hartland High School and Lake Fenton High School, which trade the top spot in various subjects. Fenton also rebounded impressively in Science this year, jumping from 34.6% to 49.8% proficiency. With efficient per-student spending of $15,853, Fenton delivers excellent value. One interesting note: Fenton Horizon Academy, an alternative school just down the road, serves a very different student population, so families should be aware of the distinct options within the same district.

982

Students ?

16.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

$15,853

Per pupil spending ?

29.1%

Free/reduced lunch eligible (2024-25) ?

All students in Michigan receive free school meals.

3200 W Shiawassee Ave
Fenton, MI 48430-1762

(810) 591-2600

District: Fenton Area Public Schools

Feeder schools for Fenton Senior High School:

Elementary:	North Road Elementary School
	State Road Elementary School
	TomekEastern Elementary School
Middle:	Andrew G Schmidt Middle School

Racial breakdown:

White:

88.1%

Two or more races:

5.2%

Hispanic:

4.0%

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At a glance

▬ Ranking trend: Holding steady — 89th percentile in 2016 → 85th in 2026

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Michigan average (55% vs 43% meeting standards)

✓Ranks in the top 15% of Michigan high schools

✓94% graduate in 4 years — above the Michigan average (84%)

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2025-2026) ?

This school55%

District avg52%

Michigan avg43%

121^st of 800

Michigan public high schools ?

Top 15%▼ down 4 pts since 2016

From top 11% (2016) to top 15% (2026)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

65^th of 625Fenton Area Public Schools among Michigan districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	79.2	121 of 800	84.9%	★★★★☆
2025	76.9	137 of 739	81.5%	★★★★☆
2024	85.4	79 of 743	89.4%	★★★★☆
2023	84.7	88 of 735	88.0%	★★★★☆
2022	78.2	109 of 531	79.5%	★★★★☆
2021	76.7	95 of 561	83.1%	★★★★☆
2019	83.3	94 of 666	85.9%	★★★★☆
2018	82.9	117 of 824	85.8%	★★★★☆
2017	82.8	108 of 835	87.1%	★★★★☆
2016	85.1	96 of 852	88.7%	★★★★☆
2015	77.5	164 of 832	80.3%	★★★★☆
2014	82.1	113 of 799	85.9%	★★★★☆
2013	82.3	115 of 805	85.7%	★★★★☆
2012	81.2	122 of 773	84.2%	★★★★☆
2011	81.5	117 of 784	85.1%	★★★★☆
2010	83.7	88 of 765	88.5%	★★★★☆
2009	89.1	56 of 754	92.6%	★★★★★
2008	87.2	72 of 750	90.4%	★★★★★
2007	84.7	80 of 767	89.6%	★★★★☆
2006	76.6	161 of 705	77.2%	★★★★☆

Female

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	73.4	129 of 686	81.2%	★★★★☆
2025	69.9	153 of 629	75.7%	★★★★☆
2024	84.6	70 of 619	88.7%	★★★★☆
2023	80.9	83 of 611	86.4%	★★★★☆
2022	81.2	77 of 416	81.5%	★★★★☆
2021	73.8	90 of 462	80.5%	★★★★☆
2019	78.7	94 of 554	83.0%	★★★★☆
2018	77.6	139 of 710	80.4%	★★★★☆

Hispanic

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	84.5	29 of 259	88.8%	★★★★☆
2025	64.1	64 of 203	68.5%	★★★☆☆
2024	70.1	56 of 195	71.3%	★★★★☆
2023	98.4	3 of 190	98.4%	★★★★★
2022	66.2	31 of 83	62.7%	★★★☆☆

Low Socio Economic Status

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	72.6	120 of 719	83.3%	★★★★☆
2025	73.9	125 of 635	80.3%	★★★★☆
2024	73.1	122 of 654	81.3%	★★★★☆
2023	78.7	78 of 614	87.3%	★★★★☆
2022	75.6	89 of 369	75.9%	★★★★☆
2021	75.0	74 of 417	82.3%	★★★★☆
2019	76.3	96 of 532	82.0%	★★★★☆
2018	68.4	191 of 755	74.7%	★★★★☆

Male

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	78.8	102 of 693	85.3%	★★★★☆
2025	77.4	108 of 628	82.8%	★★★★☆
2024	80.3	94 of 633	85.2%	★★★★☆
2023	82.8	83 of 611	86.4%	★★★★☆
2022	67.8	146 of 440	66.8%	★★★☆☆
2021	69.8	104 of 472	78.0%	★★★★☆
2019	82.5	76 of 543	86.0%	★★★★☆
2018	83.2	92 of 707	87.0%	★★★★☆

Multi-racial

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	55.6	66 of 179	63.1%	★★★☆☆
2024	90.8	9 of 105	91.4%	★★★★★
2023	17.3	97 of 110	11.8%	★☆☆☆☆

Special Education

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	48.0	97 of 220	55.9%	★★★☆☆
2025	56.5	46 of 125	63.2%	★★★☆☆
2023	66.0	37 of 116	68.1%	★★★☆☆
2019	43.2	33 of 61	45.9%	★★☆☆☆
2018	87.5	12 of 315	96.2%	★★★★★

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Michigan percentile	Rating
2026	72.2	133 of 671	80.2%	★★★★☆
2025	73.6	139 of 639	78.2%	★★★★☆
2024	79.9	92 of 638	85.6%	★★★★☆
2023	79.2	109 of 647	83.2%	★★★★☆
2022	73.8	122 of 492	75.2%	★★★★☆
2021	69.2	116 of 516	77.5%	★★★★☆
2019	78.7	105 of 582	82.0%	★★★★☆
2018	79.6	113 of 708	84.0%	★★★★☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

Hispanic (2026)89th percentile+4 vs school

Male (2026)85th percentile~ school

Low Socio Economic Status (2026)83rd percentile~ school

Female (2026)81st percentile-4 vs school

White (2026)80th percentile-5 vs school

Multi-racial (2026)63rd percentile-22 vs school

Special Education (2026)56th percentile-29 vs school

By subject vs Michigan (2025-2026) ?

English Language Arts71%+12 vs state

Social Studies69%+26 vs state

Evidence-Based Reading and Writing63%+11 vs state

Science50%+15 vs state

Mathematics43%+10 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2026)				Ranking (2025)				PSAT English Language Arts (2026)		PSAT Mathematics (2026)		SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (2026)	SAT Mathematics (2026)	M-Step English Language Arts (2026)		M-Step Math (2026)		M-Step Science (2026)		M-Step Social Studies (2026)		Per Pupil Expenditures (2025)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/reduced lunch (2024-25)	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2026)	Statewide Rank (2026)	State Percentile (2026)	SchoolDigger Rating (2026)	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	Rank Change from Previous Year	PSAT English Language Arts 9th Grade	PSAT English Language Arts 10th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 9th Grade	PSAT Mathematics 10th Grade	SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 11th Grade	SAT Mathematics 11th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 6th Grade	M-Step English Language Arts 7th Grade	M-Step Math 6th Grade	M-Step Math 7th Grade	M-Step Science 8th Grade	M-Step Science 11th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 8th Grade	M-Step Social Studies 11th Grade	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Fenton Senior High School	Public	9-12	3200 W Shiawassee Ave	Fenton	48430	Genesee County	Fenton Area Public Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 591-2600	982	59	16.6	29.1%	865 (88.1%)	11 (1.1%)	39 (4.0%)	10 (1.0%)	4 (0.4%)	2 (0.2%)	51 (5.2%)	79.2	121^st of 800 public high schools	84.9%		76.9	137^th of 739 public high schools	81.5%	16	72.0	70.8	44.1	40.7	62.8	32.2						49.8		69.3	$15,853	$681	$15,172
Fenton Horizon Academy	Public, Virtual, Magnet	9-12	404 W Ellen St	Fenton	48430	Genesee County	Fenton Area Public Schools	No	Yes	Yes	No	(810) 591-2601	48	3	14.8	62.5%	35 (72.9%)	1 (2.1%)	7 (14.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (10.4%)								(n/a)		29.4		360.0	413.9	361.7						2070.6		2080.0	$5,897	$399	$5,499
Lake Fenton High School	Public	8-12	4070 Lahring Rd	Linden	48451	Genesee County	Lake Fenton Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 591-9591	646	32	19.9	20.9%	575 (89.0%)	9 (1.4%)	41 (6.3%)	1 (0.2%)	2 (0.3%)	0 (0.0%)	18 (2.8%)	82.6	98^th of 800 public high schools	87.8%		84.3	80^th of 739 public high schools	89.2%	18	82.6	74.5	49.3	40.9	58.3	36.0						54.7		61.9	$14,622	$724	$13,899
Linden High School	Public	9-12	7201 Silver Lake Rd	Linden	48451	Genesee County	Linden Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 591-0410	775	42	18.4	20.1%	684 (88.3%)	6 (0.8%)	41 (5.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	44 (5.7%)	72.3	166^th of 800 public high schools	79.3%		54.6	327^th of 739 public high schools	55.8%	161	74.2	68.5	43.5	40.0	61.4	26.1						43.9		49.1	$14,085	$626	$13,459
Holly High School	Public	9-12	6161 E Holly Rd	Holly	48442	Oakland County	Holly Area School District	No	No	No	No	(248) 328-3200	1,001	51	19.4	42.6%	832 (83.1%)	36 (3.6%)	79 (7.9%)	7 (0.7%)	2 (0.2%)	1 (0.1%)	44 (4.4%)	48.8	381^st of 800 public high schools	52.4%		62.5	250^th of 739 public high schools	66.2%	131	56.0	57.7	27.6	28.6	51.8	24.5						31.4		36.8	$15,527	$991	$14,536
Hartland High School	Public	8-12	10635 Dunham Rd	Hartland	48353	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 626-2200	1,610	85	19.0	12.7%	1,504 (93.4%)	7 (0.4%)	56 (3.5%)	7 (0.4%)	7 (0.4%)	1 (0.1%)	28 (1.7%)	89.9	56^th of 800 public high schools	93.0%		80.7	104^th of 739 public high schools	85.9%	48	77.4	80.8	57.1	52.3	69.6	38.0						63.3		69.3	$12,393	$498	$11,895
Legacy High School	Public	9-12	9525 E Highland Rd	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 626-2140	62	6	10.3	45.2%	53 (85.5%)	0 (0.0%)	4 (6.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (1.6%)	4 (6.5%)	17.3	626^th of 800 public high schools	21.8%		30.4	506^th of 739 public high schools	31.5%	120					31.3	383.8						2073.3		21.4	$20,231	$481	$19,750
Hartland Virtual Academy	Public, Virtual	6-12	9525 E Highland Rd	Howell	48843	Livingston County	Hartland Consolidated Schools	No	No	Yes	No	(810) 626-2140	22	0		31.8%	19 (86.4%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (9.1%)	1 (4.5%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)								(n/a)															$10,858	$481	$10,377
Grand Blanc Community High School	Public	7-12	12500 Holly Rd	Grand Blanc	48439	Genesee County	Grand Blanc Community Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 591-6638	2,377	113	21.1	44.0%	1,397 (58.8%)	528 (22.2%)	155 (6.5%)	102 (4.3%)	3 (0.1%)	1 (0.0%)	191 (8.0%)	60.3	261^st of 800 public high schools	67.4%		51.8	349^th of 739 public high schools	52.8%	88	67.0	60.3	32.3	28.8	56.9	24.2						39.1		49.4	$13,394	$743	$12,651
Byron Area High School	Public	9-12	312 W Maple St	Byron	48418	Shiawassee County	Byron Area Schools	No	No	No	No	(810) 266-4620	200	13	16.0	46.5%	193 (96.5%)	2 (1.0%)	4 (2.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	51.5	349^th of 800 public high schools	56.4%		33.7	483^rd of 739 public high schools	34.6%	134	51.4	51.3	29.7	23.1	62.5	15.0						50.0		42.5	$15,732	$647	$15,085

Frequently Asked Questions about Fenton Senior High School

What schools feed into Fenton Senior High School?

Fenton Senior High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : North Road Elementary School
Elementary : State Road Elementary School
Elementary : TomekEastern Elementary School
Middle : Andrew G Schmidt Middle School

How many students attend Fenton Senior High School?

In the 2024-25 school year, 982 students attended Fenton Senior High School.

What district is Fenton Senior High School in?

Fenton Area Public Schools

What is the racial makeup of Fenton Senior High School?

Students at Fenton Senior High School are 88% White, 5% Two or more races, 4% Hispanic, 1% African American, 1% Asian.

Is Fenton Senior High School a good school?

Fenton Senior High School ranks 121^st of 800 Michigan high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

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2024–25 school spending data (updated)NewNov 2, 2026

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