Serving 504 students in grades 6-12, Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Pewamo-Westphalia Middle/High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 83.1 square miles around Westphalia, MI, with typical drive times of 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 9.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School's student population of 504 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
504 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School is 0.12, 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
#393 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
94%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School's ranking?
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School is ranked #393 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School?
The graduation rate of Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School?
504 students attend Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School?
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School offer ?
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School part of?
Pewamowestphalia Middlehigh School is part of Pewamo-Westphalia Community Schools.
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