Lakeland High School, commonly referred to as White Lake Lakeland or Lakeland, is a public high school located in White Lake, Michigan. As of 2023, the current Interim principal is Libby Held. Lakeland opened in 1975, and is in the Huron Valley School District.
Serving 1,100 students in grades 6-12, Lakeland High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,100 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeland High School's student population of 1,100 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Year Founded
1975
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
School Motto
Connect, Empower, Achieve!
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Lakeland High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakeland High School is 0.20, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#898 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland High School's ranking?
Lakeland High School is ranked #898 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeland High School often compared to?
Lakeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milford High School, Walled Lake Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lakeland High School?
1,100 students attend Lakeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lakeland High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland High School?
Lakeland High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeland High School offer ?
Lakeland High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakeland High School part of?
Lakeland High School is part of Huron Valley Schools School District.
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