Serving 525 students in grades 5-8, White Lake Middle School 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 34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: White Lake Middle School serves the northeast part of White Lake, MI, covering an area of approximately 23.4 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the school and the furthest boundary located 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Lake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
White Lake Middle School's student population of 525 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
525 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring and Building Futures, One Student at a Time
School Rankings
White Lake Middle 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 White Lake Middle School is 0.22, 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
#1458 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
88%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Warriors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Lake Middle School's ranking?
White Lake Middle School is ranked #1458 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are White Lake Middle School often compared to?
White Lake Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Muir Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend White Lake Middle School?
525 students attend White Lake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of White Lake Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Lake Middle School?
White Lake Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does White Lake Middle School offer ?
White Lake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is White Lake Middle School part of?
White Lake Middle School is part of Huron Valley Schools.
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