Serving 1,153 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Western High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,153 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walled Lake Western High 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
Diversity
School Overview
Walled Lake Western High School's student population of 1,153 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,153 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walled Lake Western High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walled Lake Western High School is 0.57, which is more 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
#227 out of 2925 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
63%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walled Lake Western High School's ranking?
Walled Lake Western High School is ranked #227 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walled Lake Western High School often compared to?
Walled Lake Western High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walled Lake Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walled Lake Western High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Western High School is 93%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Western High School?
1,153 students attend Walled Lake Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Walled Lake Western High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walled Lake Western High School?
Walled Lake Western High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Western High School offer ?
Walled Lake Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Walled Lake Western High School part of?
Walled Lake Western High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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