Serving 1,534 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Northern High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 24:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walled Lake Northern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walled Lake Northern High School's student population of 1,534 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walled Lake Northern High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walled Lake Northern High School is 0.22, 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
#519 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walled Lake Northern High School's ranking?
Walled Lake Northern High School is ranked #519 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walled Lake Northern High School often compared to?
Walled Lake Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walled Lake Central High School, Walled Lake Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Northern High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Northern High School?
1,534 students attend Walled Lake Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Walled Lake Northern High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walled Lake Northern High School?
Walled Lake Northern High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Northern High School offer ?
Walled Lake Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Walled Lake Northern High School part of?
Walled Lake Northern High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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