Walled Lake Western High School, is a public high school of the Walled Lake Consolidated School District, located in Commerce Township, Michigan in Greater Detroit. The school serves portions of the township, most of Walled Lake, most of Wixom and portions of Novi.
Serving 1,033 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Western 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 39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walled Lake Western High School serves the southwest part of Walled Lake, MI, covering an area of approximately 18.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.9 miles and the furthest edge located 5.2 miles away.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walled Lake Western High School's student population of 1,033 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,033 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Motto
Academic Excellence for a Global Society
School Rankings
Walled Lake Western 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 Western High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#879 out of 3025 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: 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 #879 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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, Walled Lake Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walled Lake Western High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Western High School is 92%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Western High School?
1,033 students attend Walled Lake Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Walled Lake Western High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 5% 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 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Western High School offer ?
Walled Lake Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walled Lake Western High School part of?
Walled Lake Western High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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