Serving 348 students in grades 6-12, Inland Lakes Secondary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Inland Lakes Secondary School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Indian River, MI, encompassing approximately 162 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inland Lakes Secondary School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Together We Succeed
School Rankings
Inland Lakes Secondary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Inland Lakes Secondary School is 0.21, 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
#2116 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)n/a
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inland Lakes Secondary School's ranking?
Inland Lakes Secondary School is ranked #2116 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Inland Lakes Secondary School often compared to?
Inland Lakes Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wolverine Middlehigh School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Inland Lakes Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Inland Lakes Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Inland Lakes Secondary School?
348 students attend Inland Lakes Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Inland Lakes Secondary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inland Lakes Secondary School?
Inland Lakes Secondary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Inland Lakes Secondary School offer ?
Inland Lakes Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Inland Lakes Secondary School part of?
Inland Lakes Secondary School is part of Inland Lakes Schools.
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