Jerry L. White Center is a high school in Detroit, Michigan, United States. It is a part of Detroit Public Schools. The school serves students with disabilities aged 14–19.
Serving 120 students in grades 9-12, Jerry L White Center ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: ≤10% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jerry L White Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jerry L White Center's student population of 120 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Jerry L White Center ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jerry L White Center is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#493 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
11%
63%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤10%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Detroit Public Schools Community
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jerry L White Center's ranking?
Jerry L White Center is ranked #493 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jerry L White Center often compared to?
Jerry L White Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Crestwood High School, Dearborn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jerry L White Center?
The graduation rate of Jerry L White Center is 10%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jerry L White Center?
120 students attend Jerry L White Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Jerry L White Center students are Black, 11% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jerry L White Center?
Jerry L White Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jerry L White Center offer ?
Jerry L White Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jerry L White Center part of?
Jerry L White Center is part of Detroit Public Schools Community.
In what neighborhood is Jerry L White Center located?
Jerry L White Center is located in the Winship neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Winship.
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