Walled Lake Central High School is a public high school of the Walled Lake Consolidated Schools, located in Commerce Township, Michigan in Metro Detroit. It serves portions of the township, Wolverine Lake, a small portion of the City of Walled Lake, and a small portion of Wixom.
Serving 1,135 students in grades 8-12, 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 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,135 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- 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%)
- 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 1,135 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,135 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 11, 2026
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 0.44, 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
#708 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Central High School?
1,135 students attend Walled Lake Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Walled Lake Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Central High School offer ?
Walled Lake Central High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (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 District.
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