Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Laker High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Laker High School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Laker High School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laker High School is 0.15, 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
#1186 out of 2925 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laker High School's ranking?
Laker High School is ranked #1186 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Laker High School often compared to?
Laker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bad Axe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Laker High School?
The graduation rate of Laker High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Laker High School?
296 students attend Laker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Laker High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Laker High School?
Laker High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Laker High School offer ?
Laker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Laker High School part of?
Laker High School is part of Elkton-Pigeon-Bay Port Laker Schools School District.
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