Serving 90 students in grades 9-12, Way Watervliet 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 45:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 90 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 45:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way Watervliet High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Way Watervliet High School's student population of 90 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
90 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
School Motto
Working Together to Keep Us Together
School Rankings
Way Watervliet 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 Way Watervliet High School is 0.58, which is more 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
#1665 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
45:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
20%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
61%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Way Watervliet High School's ranking?
Way Watervliet High School is ranked #1665 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way Watervliet High School?
The graduation rate of Way Watervliet High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Way Watervliet High School?
90 students attend Way Watervliet High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Way Watervliet High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Way Watervliet High School?
Way Watervliet High School has a student ration of 45:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Way Watervliet High School offer ?
Way Watervliet High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Way Watervliet High School part of?
Way Watervliet High School is part of Watervliet School District.
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