Serving 609 students in grades 9-12, West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 609 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Michigan Aviation Academy's student population of 609 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
609 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#308 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
7%
18%
White
74%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
47%
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 is West Michigan Aviation Academy's ranking?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is ranked #308 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
The graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy?
609 students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Michigan Aviation Academy students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
West Michigan Aviation Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Michigan Aviation Academy offer ?
West Michigan Aviation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Michigan Aviation Academy part of?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is part of West Michigan Aviation Academy School District.
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