Walled Lake Northern is a public high school in the Walled Lake Consolidated School District, located in Commerce Township, Michigan in Greater Detroit. It was completed in April, 2003 by TMP Associates, Inc. at a cost of $67.5 million. The school serves 1612 students.
Serving 1,383 students in grades 9-12, Walled Lake Northern High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walled Lake Northern High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walled Lake Northern High School's student population of 1,383 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Day
School Rankings
Walled Lake Northern High School ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walled Lake Northern High School is 0.24, 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
#597 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
87%
63%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walled Lake Northern High School's ranking?
Walled Lake Northern High School is ranked #597 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Walled Lake Northern High School often compared to?
Walled Lake Northern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walled Lake Central High School, Walled Lake Western High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walled Lake Northern High School?
The graduation rate of Walled Lake Northern High School is 97%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Walled Lake Northern High School?
1,383 students attend Walled Lake Northern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Walled Lake Northern High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walled Lake Northern High School?
Walled Lake Northern High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Walled Lake Northern High School offer ?
Walled Lake Northern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Walled Lake Northern High School part of?
Walled Lake Northern High School is part of Walled Lake Consolidated Schools.
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