Walled Lake Northern High School

6000 BOGIE LAKE RD
COMMERCE TOWNSHIP, MI 48382

www.wlcsd.org

1,485 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Walled Lake Northern High School, located in Commerce Township, Michigan, is a prominent secondary institution within the Walled Lake Consolidated School District. Known for its rigorous academic environment, the school serves a diverse student body and emphasizes a well-rounded education that prepares students for post-secondary success. The campus is noted for its modern facilities and a strong commitment to integrating technology into the classroom, fostering an atmosphere conducive to both independent learning and collaborative projects.

Beyond the classroom, Walled Lake Northern is highly regarded for its robust extracurricular programs, including a competitive array of MHSAA sports teams, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. The school culture is frequently highlighted by its community spirit and high levels of parental involvement, which contribute to a supportive environment for students. By balancing high academic standards with extensive opportunities for personal and social development, the school consistently aims to cultivate well-prepared, engaged, and responsible citizens.

1,485

Total Students

67.1

Full-Time Teachers

22.1

Student/Teacher Ratio

16.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Walled Lake Northern High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	1,298
Hispanic	75
Black	33
Asian	23
Two or More	55
American Indian	1

White
1,298 (87.4 %)
Hispanic
75 (5.1 %)
Two or More
55 (3.7 %)
Black
33 (2.2 %)
Asian
23 (1.5 %)
American Indian
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Walled Lake Consolidated Schools
Phone:	(248)956-5300
Website:	http://www.wlcsd.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,485
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	67.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	22.1
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	217
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	22

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 354

Grade 10 347

Grade 11 408

Grade 12 376