Serving 1,027 students in grades 9-12, Zeeland West High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,027 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeeland West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Zeeland West High School's student population of 1,027 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,027 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zeeland West High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zeeland West High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#495 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
75%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zeeland West High School's ranking?
Zeeland West High School is ranked #495 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zeeland West High School often compared to?
Zeeland West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zeeland East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zeeland West High School?
The graduation rate of Zeeland West High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Zeeland West High School?
1,027 students attend Zeeland West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Zeeland West High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zeeland West High School?
Zeeland West High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zeeland West High School offer ?
Zeeland West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Zeeland West High School part of?
Zeeland West High School is part of Zeeland Public Schools School District.
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