Serving 1,133 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Western 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 37% (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 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,133 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walled Lake Western High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Walled Lake Western High School's student population of 1,133 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,133 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Walled Lake Western 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 Walled Lake Western High School is 0.59, which is more 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
#971 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
61%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Walled Lake Western High School's ranking?
Walled Lake Western High School is ranked #971 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walled Lake Western High School often compared to?
Walled Lake Western High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walled Lake Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% 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 Walled Lake Western High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Western High School is 93%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Western High School?
1,133 students attend Walled Lake Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Walled Lake Western High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walled Lake Western High School?
Walled Lake Western High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Western High School offer ?
Walled Lake Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Walled Lake Western High School part of?
Walled Lake Western High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools School District.
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