Serving 1,509 students in grades 9-12, West Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 43% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Senior High School's student population of 1,509 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Senior High School 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 West Senior High School is 0.21, 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
#617 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
89%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Senior High School's ranking?
West Senior High School is ranked #617 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Senior High School often compared to?
West Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Kingsley Area High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Senior High School?
1,509 students attend West Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of West Senior High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Senior High School?
West Senior High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Senior High School offer ?
West Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Senior High School part of?
West Senior High School is part of Traverse City Area School District.
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