Serving 73 students in grades 9-12, Douglas R Welch High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 37:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 37:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Douglas R Welch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Douglas R Welch High School's student population of 73 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
73 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A community dedicated to the pursuit of excellence
School Rankings
Douglas R Welch High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas R Welch High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1428 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
37:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
17%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
78%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
45%
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 Douglas R Welch High School's ranking?
Douglas R Welch High School is ranked #1428 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Douglas R Welch High School?
The graduation rate of Douglas R Welch High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Douglas R Welch High School?
73 students attend Douglas R Welch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Douglas R Welch High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas R Welch High School?
Douglas R Welch High School has a student ration of 37:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Douglas R Welch High School offer ?
Douglas R Welch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Douglas R Welch High School part of?
Douglas R Welch High School is part of Ionia School District.
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