West Bloomfield High School is a public high school in West Bloomfield, Michigan. The school is the only public high school in the West Bloomfield School District. The School Enrollment for the 2010-2011 school year is about 1900.
Serving 1,564 students in grades 9-12, West Bloomfield High School ranks in the top 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,564 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bloomfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
West Bloomfield High School's student population of 1,564 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,564 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
West Bloomfield 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 West Bloomfield High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#1333 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
47%
18%
White
38%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 West Bloomfield High School's ranking?
West Bloomfield High School is ranked #1333 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are West Bloomfield High School often compared to?
West Bloomfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Farmington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Bloomfield High School?
The graduation rate of West Bloomfield High School is 98%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Bloomfield High School?
1,564 students attend West Bloomfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Bloomfield High School students are Black, 38% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bloomfield High School?
West Bloomfield High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Bloomfield High School offer ?
West Bloomfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bloomfield High School part of?
West Bloomfield High School is part of West Bloomfield School District.
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