Vandercook Lake High School is a high school in Jackson, Michigan, United States. It is the home of the Jayhawk and they compete in the Cascades Conference.
Serving 258 students in grades 7-12, Vandercook Lake High School ranks in the bottom 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vandercook Lake High School's student population of 258 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Red
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Vandercook Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vandercook Lake High School is 0.41, 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
#2533 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
5%
18%
White
76%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vandercook Lake High School's ranking?
Vandercook Lake High School is ranked #2533 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Vandercook Lake High School often compared to?
Vandercook Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jackson High School, Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vandercook Lake High School?
The graduation rate of Vandercook Lake High School is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Vandercook Lake High School?
258 students attend Vandercook Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Vandercook Lake High School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vandercook Lake High School?
Vandercook Lake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Vandercook Lake High School offer ?
Vandercook Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vandercook Lake High School part of?
Vandercook Lake High School is part of Vandercook Lake School District.
In what neighborhood is Vandercook Lake High School located?
Vandercook Lake High School is located in the Vandercook Lake neighborhood of Jackson, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in Vandercook Lake.
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