Serving 474 students in grades 9-12, South 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Lake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
South Lake High School's student population of 474 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
South Lake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Lake High School is 0.41, 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
#2734 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
75%
18%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Lake High School's ranking?
South Lake High School is ranked #2734 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are South Lake High School often compared to?
South Lake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeview High School, Lake Shore High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% 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 South Lake High School?
The graduation rate of South Lake High School is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend South Lake High School?
474 students attend South Lake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of South Lake High School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Lake High School?
South Lake High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does South Lake High School offer ?
South Lake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is South Lake High School part of?
South Lake High School is part of South Lake Schools School District.
School Reviews
5 3/24/2021
Even during a Pandemic, South Lake is making sure they are there for ALL. From iPad to touch points, teachers are meeting and exceeding expectations. We love our SL teachers.
5 6/30/2018
Love working at SLHS, the students are the best I have worked with in 30 years!
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