Serving 953 students in grades 9-12, Zeeland West 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 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 953 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zeeland West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Zeeland West High School's student population of 953 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Zeeland West 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 Zeeland West High School is 0.44, 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
#665 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
73%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zeeland West High School's ranking?
Zeeland West High School is ranked #665 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Zeeland West High School often compared to?
Zeeland West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Zeeland East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Zeeland West High School?
The graduation rate of Zeeland West High School is 96%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Zeeland West High School?
953 students attend Zeeland West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Zeeland West High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zeeland West High School?
Zeeland West High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Zeeland West High School offer ?
Zeeland West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Zeeland West High School part of?
Zeeland West High School is part of Zeeland School District.
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