Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Way South Haven ranks in the top 30% 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 1:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 1:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way South Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Way South Haven's student population of 32 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 1650% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Way South Haven ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Way South Haven is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
1:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
66%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Way South Haven's ranking?
Way South Haven is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way South Haven?
The graduation rate of Way South Haven is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Way South Haven?
32 students attend Way South Haven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Way South Haven students are White, 22% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Way South Haven?
Way South Haven has a student ration of 1:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Way South Haven offer ?
Way South Haven offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Way South Haven part of?
Way South Haven is part of South Haven Public Schools School District.
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