[3] The building had "asbestos in ceilings and walls; a leaky, sagging roof; poor lighting; a sinking foundation; failing boilers and crowded hallways.

The architecture is "loose prairie style," inspired by Eliel Saarinen's Cranbrook Academy of Art.

[citation needed] In 2004, the Troy High Symphonic Band played at Carnegie Hall in New York City.

The A Capella Choir is an after-school group that is run by students, has a limited number of members, and requires an audition to join.

In addition to the orchestras, many string players participate with the Troy Country Fiddlers (which is largely self-directed).

[15][16] Troy High boys' soccer won the Michigan State Championship for Division I in 2003.

[19] Troy High girls' soccer won the Michigan State Championship for Division I in 1994, 2003, and 2013.