TAYLOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL

Taylor Preparatory High School is a Title I public charter high school that is part of the Taylor Preparatory High School school district, located in Taylor, MI with about 410 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 22 teachers, Taylor Preparatory High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Taylor Preparatory High School, located at 9540 Telegraph Rd in Taylor, Michigan, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the National Heritage Academies network, the school emphasizes a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum designed to equip students with the academic foundation necessary for success in higher education. The school's mission centers on the "Moral Focus" program, which integrates character development into the daily educational experience, fostering a supportive community environment alongside academic achievement.

Beyond the classroom, Taylor Prep encourages student involvement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, clubs, and service-oriented programs. The school prides itself on maintaining high expectations for its student body, often highlighting its commitment to small class sizes and personalized attention from faculty to ensure that every student is prepared for the challenges of college and beyond. By combining academic discipline with a focus on individual character, the school aims to produce well-rounded, responsible citizens.

For more information, contact Taylor Preparatory High School at (313) 668-2100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

9540 Telegraph Rd
Taylor, MI 48180-3356
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TAYLOR PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I Charter school in Taylor, MI with about 410 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Michigan

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Yes
Grand Valley State University
Total Students:
410
Teachers:
22.12
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 410 students

Black or African American
42.2%
White
42.0%
Hispanic/Latino
8.5%
Two or more races
5.4%
Asian
1.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
47.3%
Male
52.7%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.