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Way South Haven
High School · South Haven Public Schools
600 ELKENBURG ST WAY SOUTH HAVEN, South Haven, MI 49090
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
29
Student-Teacher
3.6:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Way South Haven
High School in South Haven · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
North Shore Elementary
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About Way South Haven
Way South Haven is a public high school in South Haven, MI, part of South Haven Public Schools. Way South Haven serves approximately 29 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 3.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Way South Haven show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 29 students, Way South Haven 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.
At 3.6:1 students to teachers, Way South Haven sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Address
- 600 ELKENBURG ST WAY SOUTH HAVEN, South Haven, MI 49090
- Website
- shps.org
- Phone
- (269) 637-0500
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 4 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 14 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
600 ELKENBURG ST WAY SOUTH HAVEN, South Haven, MI 49090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Way South Haven may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Covert High School (rated 7.7/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Covert). Another option is South Haven High School (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, Bangor High School (rated 6.0/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Bangor). For more schools in South Haven, see our South Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 14.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Shore Elementary South Haven | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Baseline Middle School South Haven | 1.1 mi | 5.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL South Haven | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| South Haven High School South Haven | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Lincoln School South Haven | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Maple Grove Elementary School South Haven | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| ST BASIL CATHOLIC SCHOOL South Haven | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Glenn Public School Glenn | 7.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Wood School Bangor Twp 8 Bangor | 7.6 mi | — |
| Covert Elementary School Covert | 8.4 mi | 3.6 |
| Covert High School Covert | 8.4 mi | 7.7 |
| Covert Middle School Covert | 8.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Bangor High School Bangor | 9.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Bangor Career Academy Bangor | 9.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Bangor Middle School Bangor | 9.5 mi | 4.6 |
| South Walnut Elementary School Bangor | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Maple Creek Education Center Bangor | 9.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Pullman Elementary School Bloomingdale | 9.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Hartford Alternative Education Hartford | 14.3 mi | 5.7 |
| North Elementary School Watervliet | 14.7 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 49090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,643
Median Home Value
$251,500
Median Rent
$914/mo
Population
13,562
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
78.1%
Avg Commute
20.7 min
Poverty Rate
15%
Median Age
52
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Way South Haven
What grades does Way South Haven serve?
Way South Haven serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Way South Haven?
Way South Haven has an enrollment of approximately 29 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Way South Haven?
The student-teacher ratio at Way South Haven is 3.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Way South Haven?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Way South Haven has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 25% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
Is Way South Haven a charter school?
No, Way South Haven is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Way South Haven a Title I school?
No, Way South Haven is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Way South Haven?
62.1% of students at Way South Haven 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 29
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 62.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Van Buren County
- Phone
- (269) 637-0500
- 4-Year Graduation
- <50%
Resources & Links
District
South Haven Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,779
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,855
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