Serving 953 students in grades 9-12, Zeeland West 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 45% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 953 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeeland West 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
Zeeland West High School's student population of 953 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Learning, Growing, and Thriving Together
School Rankings
Zeeland West 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 Zeeland West High School is 0.44, which is less 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
#586 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Zeeland West High School's ranking?
Zeeland West High School is ranked #586 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zeeland West High School often compared to?
Zeeland West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zeeland East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zeeland West High School?
The graduation rate of Zeeland West High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Zeeland West High School?
953 students attend Zeeland West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Zeeland West High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zeeland West High School?
Zeeland West High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zeeland West High School offer ?
Zeeland West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Zeeland West High School part of?
Zeeland West High School is part of Zeeland School District.
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