Serving 1,141 students in grades 6-12, Lakeland High 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 35% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakeland High School's student population of 1,141 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
1,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Lakeland High School 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 Lakeland High School is 0.24, 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
#1068 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
87%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland High School's ranking?
Lakeland High School is ranked #1068 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Lakeland High School often compared to?
Lakeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milford High School, Walled Lake Northern High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lakeland High School?
1,141 students attend Lakeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Lakeland High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeland High School?
Lakeland High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakeland High School offer ?
Lakeland High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Lakeland High School part of?
Lakeland High School is part of Huron Valley Schools School District.
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