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Michigan’s high school graduation rate reaches a record high

by Lily Simmons
February 21, 2025
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LANSING, Mich. (WZMQ) – Michigan’s statewide high school graduation rate reached a record high in 2023 – 2024, per data from the Michigan Center for Educational Performance and Information (CEPI). 

According to a press release from Governor Gretchen Whitmer’s office on Friday, approximately 95,300 students graduated in the last academic year. It is the highest four-year graduation rate since Michigan started using the cohort methodology to calculate rates in 2007 – 2008.

“I’m proud of the hard work of Michigan students, educators, support staff, families, and communities to increase the percentage of students who are graduating from high school,” State Superintendent Dr. Michael F. Rice said. “High school graduation opens the door to postsecondary credential attainment at two- and four-year institutions of higher education as well as in training programs that lead to a wide range of industry credentials. Postsecondary degrees and credentials help Michiganders earn a good living, support a family, and achieve their career dreams.” 

Since taking office, Governor Whitmer has signed six education budgets that she says have made “historic investments” in Michigan schools and students.

“As a mom of two high school graduates, I know how many soccer games, flashcards, and ACT prep courses go into getting your child across the stage to receive their diploma. That’s why I’m so proud to announce that Michigan’s graduation rate has reached an all-time high,” said Whitmer. “Since I took office, we’ve made record, bipartisan investments into our children’s education and I’m committed to working with anyone to make sure Michigan parents and students have the support they need to make it to the finish line. From pre-K for all to free breakfast and lunch at school, let’s keep working together to lower costs for families, make sure students can focus on learning, and help them graduate ready to succeed at life.” 

For more information on graduation and dropout data, visit mischooldata.org.

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