Below Average
#2727 of 3,192 schools in MI
Douglas R Welch High School
High School · Ionia Public Schools
250 EAST TUTTLE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
38.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
38.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,727 of 3,192
In Ionia
#6 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 8
Ionia Public Schools
Academic growth
8.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Douglas R Welch High School
Douglas R Welch High School is a public high school in Ionia, MI, part of Ionia Public Schools. Douglas R Welch High School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 38.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Douglas R Welch High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,727 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Douglas R Welch High School show 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 5.6
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Douglas R Welch High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Douglas R Welch High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Douglas R Welch High School runs 38.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Douglas R Welch High School — Students at Douglas R Welch High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.9/10.
How Douglas R Welch High School Compares
See how Douglas R Welch High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
250 EAST TUTTLE RD, Ionia, MI 48846
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Douglas R Welch High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Saranac JrSr High School (rated 6.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Saranac), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ionia High School (rated 6.7/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Portland High School (rated 6.0/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Ionia, see our Ionia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Ionia High School Ionia | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| AA Rather School Ionia | 0.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Freedom Acres School Ionia | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Emerson School Ionia | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| SS PETER & PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ionia | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Ionia Middle School Ionia | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Jefferson School Ionia | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
| IONIA SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY Ionia | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ionia Maximum Correctional Facility Ionia | 2.6 mi | — |
| Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility Ionia | 2.5 mi | — |
| Handlon Correctional Facility Ionia | 2.7 mi | — |
| Coon School Ionia | 4.3 mi | — |
| North LeValley Elem School Ionia | 4.5 mi | — |
| Haynor School Ionia | 4.7 mi | — |
| RB Boyce Elementary School Ionia | 6.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Saranac Elementary School Saranac | 6.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Saranac JrSr High School Saranac | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Twin Rivers Elementary School Muir | 7.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Portland High School Portland | 9.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Westwood Elementary School Portland | 9.3 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48846 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,717
Median Home Value
$172,300
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
21,940
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
69.8%
Avg Commute
24.6 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
39.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Douglas R Welch High School
What grades does Douglas R Welch High School serve?
Douglas R Welch High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Douglas R Welch High School?
Douglas R Welch High School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Douglas R Welch High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Douglas R Welch High School is 38.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Douglas R Welch High School rank in MI?
Douglas R Welch High School ranks #2,727 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Douglas R Welch High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Douglas R Welch High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Douglas R Welch High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Douglas R Welch High School has 12% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 18% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Douglas R Welch High School a charter school?
No, Douglas R Welch High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Douglas R Welch High School a Title I school?
No, Douglas R Welch High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Douglas R Welch High School?
83.1% of students at Douglas R Welch High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 38.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.1%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Ionia County
- Phone
- (616) 527-3530
- 4-Year Graduation
- 30.0%
Resources & Links
District
Ionia Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 2,733
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,410
- District Rank
- #5 of 8
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