Serving 407 students in grades 6-12, West Iron County Middle High School ranks in the top 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 27% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Iron County High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Iron River, MI, covering approximately 573.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 9.5 miles and the furthest edge located 28.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Iron County Middle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Iron County Middle High School's student population of 407 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
17 acres
School Rankings
West Iron County Middle High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Iron County Middle High School is 0.24, which is less 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
#1506 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
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
90-94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wykon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Iron County Middle High School's ranking?
West Iron County Middle High School is ranked #1506 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Iron County Middle High School?
The graduation rate of West Iron County Middle High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend West Iron County Middle High School?
407 students attend West Iron County Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of West Iron County Middle High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Iron County Middle High School?
West Iron County Middle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Iron County Middle High School offer ?
West Iron County Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Iron County Middle High School part of?
West Iron County Middle High School is part of West Iron County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Iron County Middle High School located?
West Iron County Middle High School is located in the Stambaugh neighborhood of Iron River, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Stambaugh.
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