Serving 29 students in grades 8-12, Way South Haven ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 29 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way South Haven ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Way South Haven's student population of 29 students has declined by 43% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 350% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Way South Haven ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Way South Haven is 0.60, which is more 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
55%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
28%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
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 Way South Haven's ranking?
Way South Haven is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way South Haven?
The graduation rate of Way South Haven is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Way South Haven?
29 students attend Way South Haven.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Way South Haven students are White, 28% of students are Two or more races, and 17% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Way South Haven?
Way South Haven has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Way South Haven offer ?
Way South Haven offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Way South Haven part of?
Way South Haven is part of South Haven School District.
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