Serving 143 students in grades 9-12, North Lake 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 48:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 48:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
North Lake High School's student population of 143 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Rankings
North Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Lake High School is 0.54, 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
#2419 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
48:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
27%
18%
White
62%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Lake High School's ranking?
North Lake High School is ranked #2419 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Lake High School?
The graduation rate of North Lake High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend North Lake High School?
143 students attend North Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of North Lake High School students are White, 27% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Lake High School?
North Lake High School has a student ration of 48:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does North Lake High School offer ?
North Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Lake High School part of?
North Lake High School is part of Lake Shore Public Schools (Macomb) School District.
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