South Lyon East High School vs Walled Lake Central High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
South Lyon East High School
South Lyon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,174 students
Walled Lake Central High School
Commerce Township · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,182 students
| Measure | South Lyon East High School South Lyon, Michigan | Walled Lake Central High School Commerce Township, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 591 | #176 of 591 |
| National rank | #2605 of 16,910 | #6159 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,174 | 1,182 |
| Enrollment | 1,174 | 1,182 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16.5% | 33.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 46% |
| city | South Lyon | Commerce Township |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Lyon East High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.9 vs 58.6).
- •South Lyon East High School does better on math proficiency (59% vs 46%).
- •South Lyon East High School does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 64%).
- •South Lyon East High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16.5% vs 33.5%).
- •South Lyon East High School does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 20.4).
- •Walled Lake Central High School is the larger school with 1,182 students compared with 1,174.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is South Lyon East High School better than Walled Lake Central High School?
On the Success Index (US), South Lyon East High School ranks higher (72.9 vs 58.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are South Lyon East High School and Walled Lake Central High School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between South Lyon and Commerce Township in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
South Lyon East High School: 1,174. Walled Lake Central High School: 1,182. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do South Lyon East High School and Walled Lake Central High School rank in Michigan?
South Lyon East High School is 53rd of 591 and Walled Lake Central High School is 176th of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).