MI's 2025 High School Graduation Rate Hits Record High

Michigan's 2025 high school graduation rate hit a record high in 2025, according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office.

The state's graduation rate in 2025 increased to just over 84 percent, up from 82.8 percent the previous year. Additionally, the state's four-year dropout rate improved to 7.1 percent, down from 7.7 percent in the previous year.

The five-year graduation rate improved by nearly 1 percentage point, to 85.8 percent, officials said.

"I know how much hard work students and parents do to walk across the stage and receive a high school diploma," Whitmer said. "That’s why I’m proud to announce Michigan’s graduation rate has risen to 84%. Since I took office, we’ve made record investments in education, from helping schools buy the latest textbooks and technology to delivering free breakfast and lunch to all 1.4 million public school students."