Serving 469 students in grades 6-12, West Iron County Middle 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 469 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Iron County Middle High School's student population of 469 students has grown by 94% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 71% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
469 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Iron County Middle 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 West Iron County Middle High School is 0.25, 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
#2023 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
86%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Iron County Middle High School's ranking?
West Iron County Middle High School is ranked #2023 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Iron County Middle High School?
The graduation rate of West Iron County Middle High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Iron County Middle High School?
469 students attend West Iron County Middle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West Iron County Middle High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Iron County Middle High School?
West Iron County Middle High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Iron County Middle High School offer ?
West Iron County Middle High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Iron County Middle High School part of?
West Iron County Middle High School is part of West Iron County School District.
In what neighborhood is West Iron County Middle High School located?
West Iron County Middle High School is located in the Stambaugh neighborhood of Iron River, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Stambaugh.
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