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 68 students in grades 9-12, The Laker Opportunity Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 68 students
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
The Laker Opportunity Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
The Laker Opportunity Center's student population of 68 students has grown by 6700% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
68 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1955
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
The Laker Opportunity Center ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of The Laker Opportunity Center is 0.56, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
53%
18%
White
40%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 The Laker Opportunity Center's ranking?
The Laker Opportunity Center is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Laker Opportunity Center?
The graduation rate of The Laker Opportunity Center is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend The Laker Opportunity Center?
68 students attend The Laker Opportunity Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of The Laker Opportunity Center students are Black, 40% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does The Laker Opportunity Center offer ?
The Laker Opportunity Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is The Laker Opportunity Center part of?
The Laker Opportunity Center is part of West Bloomfield School District.
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