Serving 234 students in grades 9-12, West Iron County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 11-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% 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: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Iron County High School's student population of 234 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Iron County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Iron County High School is 0.21, 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
#1654 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Iron County High School's ranking?
West Iron County High School is ranked #1654 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Iron County High School?
The graduation rate of West Iron County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Iron County High School?
234 students attend West Iron County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Iron County High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Iron County High School?
West Iron County High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Iron County High School offer ?
West Iron County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Iron County High School part of?
West Iron County High School is part of West Iron County Public Schools School District.
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