Lapeer West Senior High School (Closed 2015)

170 Millville Rd
Lapeer, MI 48446
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Serving 964 students in grades 9-12, Lapeer West Senior 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 was 32% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 63% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 67%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
964 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

School Rankings

This School
State Level (MI)
(13-14)
32%
41%
(13-14)
63%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
96%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.08
(13-14)
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 67% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lapeer West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lapeer West Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Lapeer West Senior High School?
964 students attend Lapeer West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Lapeer West Senior High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lapeer West Senior High School?
Lapeer West Senior High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lapeer West Senior High School offer ?
Lapeer West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lapeer West Senior High School part of?
Lapeer West Senior High School is part of Lapeer Community Schools.

Recent Articles

Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Bullying, Name-Calling & Put-Downs: Parent Guide 2025
Practical tips for parents to address bullying, name-calling, and put-downs—with 2025 data, policies, and expert strategies.
What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
What Is a Magnet School? (2025 Guide)
Explore what a magnet school is, how it works, and its benefits in 2025. Clear explanation for parents, students, and educators.
Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Cooperative Learning in 2025: Evidence, Best Practices & Challenges
Explore cooperative learning in 2025—new data, updated practices, expert insights for educators and families.