Traverse City West Senior High School is a public, co-educational secondary school located outside Traverse City, Michigan, in neighboring Garfield Township. Along with Traverse City Central High School, TC West is part of the Traverse City Area Public Schools district, and one of six high schools in Traverse City.
Serving 1,384 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Senior High serves the western part of its school district in Traverse City, MI, encompassing an area of approximately 134.1 square miles, with typical drive times to the school ranging from 15 to 20 minutes. The average distance from the school to the zone's edge is about 7.6 miles, reaching up to 14.3 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Senior High School's student population of 1,384 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,384 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 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 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#563 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.6%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold, Metallic color
School Mascot
Greek Titan
Source: 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 #563 out of 3,025 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend West Senior High School?
1,384 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, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Senior High School?
West Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Senior High School offer ?
West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Senior High School part of?
West Senior High School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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