Serving 269 students in grades 9-12, Whiteford 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 35-39% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiteford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Whiteford High School's student population of 269 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whiteford 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 Whiteford High School is 0.17, which is less 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
#731 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
91%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Whiteford High School's ranking?
Whiteford High School is ranked #731 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Whiteford High School often compared to?
Whiteford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Summerfield Juniorsenior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whiteford High School?
The graduation rate of Whiteford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Whiteford High School?
269 students attend Whiteford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Whiteford High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whiteford High School?
Whiteford High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Whiteford High School offer ?
Whiteford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Whiteford High School part of?
Whiteford High School is part of Whiteford Agricultural School District Of The Counties Of Le.
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