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4 schools in Highland Park

Michigan · Public K-12

4 public-school campuses operate inside Highland Park, with roughly 827 K-12 students enrolled (2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Highland Park

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
827
-377 (-31%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
4
-1 (-20%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
3%
was 3%
% Hispanic
2%
was 0%
% Black
94%
was 96%
% Asian
0%
was 0%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Barber Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-08362
Covenant School SpectrumHigh07-1293
George Washington Carver Elementary SchoolElementaryPK-04217
George Washington Carver Middle SchoolMiddle05-08155

About Highland Park

Highland Park is a low-population Michigan city in terms of public-school footprint, with 4 schools and 827 students total.

Looking at the level breakdown, the city is built around 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Highland Park is around 207 students, 49% lower than the Michigan average of about 406.

Trend over the past 7 years. Total public-school enrollment in Highland Park has decreased 31% since SY 2017-18, moving from about 1,204 students to 827. Highland Park now counts 4 public schools, down from 5 in SY 2017-18.

Within the allk12 community for this area, the community for Highland Park discusses enrollment trends, district policy changes, and bus-route updates. Parents, students, and educators in the area can post or comment.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Highland Park?
Highland Park, Michigan has 4 public K-12 schools serving approximately 827 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Highland Park?
Highland Park has 2 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Highland Park?
Barber Elementary School is the largest public school in Highland Park by enrollment, with approximately 362 students.
What school districts serve Highland Park?
Highland Park is served by 3 public school districts, including Highland Park Public School Academy System, George Washington Carver Academy, Covenant Schools Detroit.
What grade levels do public schools in Highland Park cover?
Public schools in Highland Park serve students from pre-K through grade 12.
Are there charter schools in Highland Park?
4 of the 4 public schools in Highland Park are charter schools.