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 1,118 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 24:1 is higher 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,118 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- 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 1,118 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,118 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
1922
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Rankings
Lapeer High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lapeer High School is 0.21, 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
#1302 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lightning
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lapeer High School's ranking?
Lapeer High School is ranked #1302 out of 3,069 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 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lapeer High School?
1,118 students attend Lapeer High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Lapeer High School students are White, 6% 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 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
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 School District.
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