Lapeer High School is a coeducational public high school located in Lapeer, Michigan. It was established in 2014 following a merger of two high schools. LHS has one of the largest enrollment of any school in Central Michigan or The Thumb.
Serving 1,006 students in grades 10-12, Lapeer High School ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,006 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lapeer High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lapeer, MI, covering approximately 204 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the zone's edges ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum of 11.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lapeer High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lapeer High School's student population of 1,006 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,006 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1922
School Rankings
Lapeer High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lapeer High School is 0.19, 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
#1177 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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
85%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Mascot
Lightning
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lapeer High School's ranking?
Lapeer High School is ranked #1177 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lapeer High School often compared to?
Lapeer High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Branch High School, Center For Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lapeer High School?
The graduation rate of Lapeer High School is 85%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Lapeer High School?
1,006 students attend Lapeer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lapeer High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Lapeer High School?
Lapeer High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Lapeer High School offer ?
Lapeer High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lapeer High School part of?
Lapeer High School is part of Lapeer Community Schools.
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