Serving 1,544 students in grades 9-12, West Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 1,544 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Senior High School's student population of 1,544 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,544 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Senior High School is 0.19, 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
#344 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
90%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 West Senior High School's ranking?
West Senior High School is ranked #344 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Senior High School often compared to?
West Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Kingsley Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Senior High School?
1,544 students attend West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of West Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Senior High School?
West Senior High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Senior High School offer ?
West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Senior High School part of?
West Senior High School is part of Traverse City Area Public Schools School District.
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