West Ottawa High School is located in Ottawa County, Michigan. It is one of the four high schools in the Holland, Michigan area
Serving 2,185 students in grades 9-12, West Ottawa High School Campus ranks in the top 50% 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 32% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ottawa High School Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
West Ottawa High School Campus's student population of 2,185 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Colors
White, Black
School Rankings
West Ottawa High School Campus ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ottawa High School Campus is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1241 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
43%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ottawa High School Campus's ranking?
West Ottawa High School Campus is ranked #1241 out of 3,069 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?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ottawa High School Campus?
The graduation rate of West Ottawa High School Campus is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Ottawa High School Campus?
2,185 students attend West Ottawa High School Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of West Ottawa High School Campus students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ottawa High School Campus?
West Ottawa High School Campus has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Ottawa High School Campus offer ?
West Ottawa High School Campus offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Ottawa High School Campus part of?
West Ottawa High School Campus is part of West Ottawa Public School District.
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