Serving 161 students in grades 9-12, Lasalle High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 161 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lasalle High School's student population of 161 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
161 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Lasalle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lasalle High School is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1783 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1

American Indian
46%
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
n/a
9%

Black
4%
18%

White
48%
63%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
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 Lasalle High School's ranking?
Lasalle High School is ranked #1783 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lasalle High School?
The graduation rate of Lasalle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Lasalle High School?
161 students attend Lasalle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Lasalle High School students are White, 46% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lasalle High School?
Lasalle High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lasalle High School offer ?
Lasalle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Lasalle High School part of?
Lasalle High School is part of St. Ignace Area Schools School District.
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