Serving 586 students in grades 9-12, Jw Sexton High 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 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (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 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 586 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: J.W. Sexton High School serves the southwest part of Lansing, MI, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 11.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest students located about 4.1 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jw Sexton High School's student population of 586 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 42% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
586 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1943
School Calendar
School Rankings
Jw Sexton High 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 Jw Sexton High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#2851 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
15%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jw Sexton High School's ranking?
Jw Sexton High School is ranked #2851 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Jw Sexton High School often compared to?
Jw Sexton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Everett High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jw Sexton High School?
The graduation rate of Jw Sexton High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Jw Sexton High School?
586 students attend Jw Sexton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Jw Sexton High School students are Black, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jw Sexton High School?
Jw Sexton High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Jw Sexton High School offer ?
Jw Sexton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jw Sexton High School part of?
Jw Sexton High School is part of Lansing Public School District.
In what neighborhood is Jw Sexton High School located?
Jw Sexton High School is located in the Westside Neighborhood neighborhood of Lansing, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Westside Neighborhood.
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