2019 Best Schools Offering AP Courses in the Detroit AreaAbout this List

Cranbrook Schools

• Private School
• Bloomfield HIlls, MI
• PK, K-12
• 205

Alum: I had a great overall experience attending and graduating from Cranbrook, meeting lifelong friends along the way. The teaching staff is very helpful and caring, providing much one on one time with the students as well as always being available for extra help outside of class if needed. The social atmosphere is very accepting- as long as you are open to meeting new people others will be glad to get to know you. The academic curriculum is endlessly thought provoking and certainly conducive to college readiness after graduation. Attending this school has affected the way I think and view the working world around me, provided me with endless resources and friendships, and will always have a special place in my personal timeline as I recognize how it has prepared me for my future endeavors, yet to come.
Read 205 Reviews

• A+

• 1,659 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Country Day School

• Private School
• Beverly Hills, MI
• PK, K-12
• 109

Alum: My experience was very positive, and I felt that the Upper School really prepared me for college. The transition of going into University of Michigan after graduation felt like I was still in high school, since the progression was very natural. I believe that without the help of the Upper School's rigorous academics and extracurriculars requirement, I would not have had the study and note taking skills and time management skills necessary to be in the top 10% of the College of Engineering, even as a junior.
Read 109 Reviews

• A+

• 1,529 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Troy High School

• Troy School District, MI
• 9-12
• 315

Junior: Troy High School is an amazing school; great learning environment, wonderful teachers, and friendly students. There is an extremely wide selection of classes and very qualified teachers who teach them, not to mention that they always take time out of their own days to help students if it is asked of them too. The only downside I suppose is that the environment is extremely competitive, so pressure and stress levels are always relatively high. But, this also pushes people to achieve highly, and students here are very driven to achieve highly with regards to both academics and extracurriculars.
Read 315 Reviews

• A+

• 1,981 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Novi High School

• Novi Community School District, MI
• 9-12
• 408

Senior: My experience at Novi High School was amazing. The education offered there is incredible. The are many different classes you can take that fit your liking. You can challenge yourself with honors, AP, or IB classes. Each class helps you prepare for your future. They offer many different resources that benefits each student. Every teacher is highly trained . I like how diverse it is. That is one of the many things that makes this school so unique. There are also many different extra curricular activities, one for everyone. One thing I would like to see change is more people being involved.
Read 408 Reviews

• A+

• 2,006 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Huron High School

• Ann Arbor Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 264

Alum: Huron High School:

30% will take the AP/AC classes, play music, rule and participate in the clubs, play the sports where Huron actually wins (swimming, tennis, cross country, field hockey). As a result, these students will enjoy the best of what Huron has to offer: (some) good STEM teachers, an excellent Humanities program, incredible music, and competitive extracurriculars. They will also pipeline into flagship schools—Michigan State at the lowest, but usually, the University of Michigan or better—and are solely responsible for Huron's strong reputation.

Unfortunately, as somebody who served as president of clubs involving a quarter of the student body, took 10 AP classes, and graduated with significant accolades, I noticed significant decreases in my peer diversity—the advanced classes and involved clubs being predominantly white and Asian.

Those not included in the 30% will have a less rewarding experience.
Read 264 Reviews

• A+

• 1,537 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ernest W. Seaholm High School

• Birmingham Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 190

Senior: I would have given three stars if not for the teachers. The teachers at Seaholm are truly phenomenal and genuinely care for all their students. Their utmost goal is to see their students succeed in whatever way is best for the individual. The student atmosphere at Seaholm, however, is three stars. Because of the largely white population, there is an inherent racial and cultural tension that exists. Their have been racially/culturally motivated incidents for the past three years that have called for police investigation.
Read 190 Reviews

• A+

• 1,286 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Frankel Jewish Academy of Metro Detroit

• Private School
• West Bloomfield, MI
• 9-12
• 49

Senior: I recently transferred to Frankel Jewish Academy, I have all good things to say about the school. I wanted to feel more prepared for college by getting more attention one on one with teachers, learn in smaller classrooms and feel a religious connection to my peers. I feel a sense o f belonging and community while learning here and would recommend it to anyone who wants a special, unique and helpful high school experience.
Read 49 Reviews

• A+

• 145 Students
• 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Northville High School

• Northville Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 283

Senior: The school is pretty good in general but they could fix some stuff.
I’m a new international student and I have to say, for a school like Northville High School who apparently has worked with international/exchange students for years, it seems the administration doesn’t know how to properly integrate them and their international school files into their system. They don’t seem properly trained in that aspect or maybe they don’t like the changes or extra work that international students integration require. Still, besides that my experience has been good. Great classes, most of the teachers are very good, and the facilities are excellent.
Read 283 Reviews

• A+

• 2,371 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Pioneer High School

• Ann Arbor Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 288

Freshman: Awesome school! Good but not overwhelming competition. REALLY bad food. I suggest you eat at home. Awesome special education support and mental health support. We have 8 minutes of passing time (as of 17-18 school year) so you have much time to get to your next class. Big school though, sort of looks like a mini mall stretched out on the outside. Three floors. Warning, expect a broken or slightly messed up bathroom stall per bathroom.
Read 288 Reviews

• A+

• 1,772 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rochester Adams High School

• Rochester Community School District, MI
• 9-12
• 230

Junior: This school has a great environment! The academic rigor and the school oriented culture can be overwhelming but being surrounded by like-minded, goal-oriented students similar to me creates a great atmosphere for learning. The teachers are all very helpful, and there is a multitude of extracurricular activities for everyone.
Read 230 Reviews

• A+

• 1,600 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Saline High School

• Saline Area Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 270

Senior: In my experience, Saline has been nothing but excellent for me and my peers. While the student body is not at all diverse, most all students are very accepting and inclusive of everyone, regardless of whatever extraneous variable you might want to point out. The learning environment is very competitive, yet at the same time most of the teachers make the learning experience very enjoyable. Of course there will always be exceptions, but for the most part it is a positive experience. In addition to academics, the athletics department could not be any better. All sports are very competitive and have top notch facilities and resourses to work with, along with having a very supportive community. I would not want to have attended any other school.
Read 270 Reviews

• A+

• 1,766 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Grosse Pointe South High School

• Grosse Pointe Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 242

Senior: The teachers at South are absolutely incredible. In my four years as a student, I didn't have a teacher I did not like. I have made some incredible friends there too. Great people! I would love to change the way administration runs the school though. Like most high schools, the students' opinions are not valued enough on different policies.
Read 242 Reviews

• A+

• 1,649 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bloomfield Hills High School

• Bloomfield Hills Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 63

Senior: BHHS is a great school! During my years in BHHS, I've made tons of new friends, and teachers are very nice and supportive. There is little to no bullying around, and if there is, it is immediately taking action against it. There's been many fun events that takes place, and managed by the Student Council! So far there's actually nothing I would like to change, but maybe add in lactose tolerant products into the serveries, for others with the same food allergy. A police system, and firefighter stations next to our school is a great help. Then if something happened, we wouldn't have to wait long. The amount space and architecture in this building (windows) makes us soak in more sunlight than a normal school with limited windows. Thanks!
Read 63 Reviews

• A+

• 1,669 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Skyline High School

• Ann Arbor Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 279

Alum: Skyline is like many other places and things in life: exactly what you make it! SHS provides students with a variety of opportunities from an extensive list of athletic teams, extracurriculars, clubs, and groups. The school also has deep-rooted connections in the community and furthermore with the University of Michigan. I strongly urge students to take advantage of any and all opportunities they are presented with.
Teachers, however, are not all created equal at Skyline. Some are simply there to make it through the day and collect their paycheck. One of the products of the American public school system, I suppose. Others go above and beyond for their students and are truly there to prepare their students for college and beyond. It is important for student to establish relationships with these teachers. If I were to name a few, I would most definitely say Sra. Aretz, Ms. Whitehorn, Mrs. Ray and Mrs. Hetter.
Read 279 Reviews

• A+

• 1,494 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wylie E. Groves High School

• Birmingham Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 221

Alum: I enjoyed my time at Groves! The teachers were super understanding and supportive, and were there for me when I needed them. I loved being able to explore my passions and felt super prepared for college. The College and Career center also helped me prepare for standardized tests and I felt ready for the ACT when I took it. I also got to travel all around the country because of the Groves Orchestra, and I'll treasure my experiences there forever.
Read 221 Reviews

• A+

• 1,234 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Notre Dame Preparatory School & Marist Academy

• Private School
• Pontiac, MI
• PK, K-12
• 84

Senior: I've absolutely loved my time at Notre Dame Prep. I've been here for seven years, from middle school through high school, and I have always been blessed with academic challenges. All of the teachers are very focused on making their respective subjects enjoyable and informative to us students. I believe that the extracurricular opportunities, such as clubs and athletics, are beyond what I could ask for. Overall, I have loved my seven years at NDPMA, and it will be a bittersweet ending to my student career when I graduate this coming May!
Read 84 Reviews

• A+

• 1,110 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Grosse Pointe North High School

• Grosse Pointe Public Schools, MI
• 9-12
• 263

Senior: I enjoyed my four years at North. The teachers really helped students learn the material they need for the future. I also enjoyed playing sports at North, being able to have a connection with some of my teachers outside of the classroom. Some things I wish North would do is help kids get scholarships because it’s a lot of kids who do really good in school but when it’s time to go off to college they might not have the funds but those scholarships would help!
Read 263 Reviews

• A+

• 1,365 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Detroit Catholic Central High School

• Private School
• Novi, MI
• 9-12
• 78

Senior: Through being a student at Catholic Central, I've learned a lot. One thing that CC really preaches is it's motto: "Teach me goodness, discipline, and knowledge". CC teaches goodness by instilling in us the manners and respect that we will need to go forward. Next, CC teaches discipline by giving us the willpower to focus on what's important in life: faith, family, education, and friends. lastly, CC teaches us knowledge, which is quite simple. CC gives us the tools and study skills to succeed further on.
My favorite thing about CC is the brotherhood. As students, we push each other to be the best version of ourselves through competition. The competition is not too harsh though, we celebrate each other's triumphs and we mourn each other's defeats as one.
One thing that I would change would be to make CC more diverse. At Catholic Central, we are locked into this almost all white community which doesn't expose us to the real world, which we will be thrown into next year at college.
Read 78 Reviews

• A+

• 1,050 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Athens High School

• Troy School District, MI
• 9-12
• 327

Senior: Athens has a great community that fuels learning for all students. Academic opportunities are every where you look. All the teachers want you to learn and have fun! Athens raises a lot of money for great causes during charity week each year. The whole schools gets involved. If I could change anything, I would like to be able to take more classes per semester.
Read 327 Reviews

• A+

• 1,575 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

The Roeper School - Birmingham Campus

• Private School
• Birmingham, MI
• 6-12
• 39

Senior: I love this place. I've been in the Roeper system since Pre-K, and it has truly shaped me into the person that I am today. It has presented me with countless opportunities for leadership and growth, both academic and otherwise, has skillfully taught me both mathematics and morals, and it has created a community where I am accepted and valued. I could not recommend it more.
Read 39 Reviews

• A+

• 319 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brother Rice High School

• Private School
• Bloomfield Hills, MI
• 9-12
• 75

Senior: The academics here are pretty good. There are some very challenging classes and others not so much, but you will find that at any school. The teachers are always willing to help you as well as the tutors in the Achieve Plus Center. As for clubs and sports there is a wide array of these available to the students. If there isn't one you would like to be a part of then create it! The administration would be glad to help. This school is great all-around but the sense of community really stands out. The teachers and students are always looking out for each other which makes the high school experience easier. The brotherhood at this school is so prevalent and taught me to recognize the importance of working for something greater than myself.
Read 75 Reviews

• A+

• 740 Students
• 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Mary's Preparatory School

• Private School
• Orchard Lake, MI
• 9-12
• 45

Senior: Over the past four years, I have attended Orchard Lake St. Mary's. I have been taught by wonderful teachers on the importance of being a respectable man. Throughout my time spent there, my academic and athletic accomplishments truly flourished and improved to the point where instead of needing help from other students, I was the one helping those students out. Orchard Lake St. Mary's, for as long as I can remember, went by a statement, "1. God 2.Family 3. St. Mary's" I believe that this is a great example of the preparatory, because we are a very religious institution, but we also are taught to care for and honor our family and St. Mary's.
Read 45 Reviews

• A+

• 479 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Everest Collegiate High School & Academy

• Private School
• Clarkston, MI
• PK, K-12
• 47

Parent: Our 3 children attended Everest Academy & Everest Collegiate. It was the best family decision we have made. Our 3 kids were well prepared for college and well prepared for life's challenges. Our children can view situations with an open heart & mind & make decisions based on the fundamental truths of what is right and just. It was important that our children understood the history & teachings of the Catholic church. There is no Catholic school in this area that is teaching the Catholic faith like Everest. If your faith is important to you and you want your children to understand what they believe and why then this is the school for your family. We feel you can get a good education at other schools but what makes Everest different is that they incorporate God's truth and teachings into their subject matter. As a parent, I also learned truths & traditions about my Catholic faith that I was never taught. We grew in faith as a family, you can not put a price on that!
Read 47 Reviews

• A+

• 480 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Brownell Middle School

• Grosse Pointe Public Schools, MI
• 6-8
• 1

• A+

• 614 Students
• 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Stoney Creek High School

• Rochester Community School District, MI
• 9-12
• 216

Senior: My overall experience with Stoney Creek has been very good! The majority of the teachers are very approachable and teach very well! The AP classes are taught extremely well and I feel prepared for college. Their theatre department is OUTSTANDING. Vast amounts of talent from students and directors. The school lunches are not awful at all! Also, there are Safe-ED people to keep the kids safe. There are amazing electives like pathology, interior design, anatomy and physiology, and fashion design! I will admit that some of the math teachers and chemistry teachers could use improvement but that's it. :)
Read 216 Reviews

• A

• 1,598 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio