Serving 49 students in grades 7-12, Westwood North Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% 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: 7-12
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood North Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Westwood North Academy's student population of 49 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Westwood North Academy is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
48%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
82%
18%
White
16%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood North Academy?
The graduation rate of Westwood North Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Westwood North Academy?
49 students attend Westwood North Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Westwood North Academy students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood North Academy?
Westwood North Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westwood North Academy offer ?
Westwood North Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Westwood North Academy part of?
Westwood North Academy is part of Westwood Community School District.
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