Serving 1,182 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Central High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walled Lake Central High School serves the eastern part of Walled Lake, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Most students live within a typical driving distance of 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 5.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walled Lake Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walled Lake Central High School's student population of 1,182 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,182 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Year Founded
1969
School Rankings
Walled Lake Central High School ranks within the top 30% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walled Lake Central High School is 0.45, 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
#708 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.5%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Viking
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walled Lake Central High School's ranking?
Walled Lake Central High School is ranked #708 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walled Lake Central High School often compared to?
Walled Lake Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walled Lake Western High School, Walled Lake Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walled Lake Central High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Central High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Central High School?
1,182 students attend Walled Lake Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Walled Lake Central High School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walled Lake Central High School?
Walled Lake Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Central High School offer ?
Walled Lake Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walled Lake Central High School part of?
Walled Lake Central High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
School Reviews
Review Walled Lake Central High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
