Academy Of Westland serves 341 students in grades Kindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 8% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 36% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
341 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)36%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Academy Of Westland School District
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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% MI state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Westland?
341 students attend Academy Of Westland.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Academy Of Westland students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of Westland?
Academy Of Westland has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academy Of Westland offer ?
Academy Of Westland offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Academy Of Westland part of?
Academy Of Westland is part of Academy Of Westland School District.
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