Serving 403 students in grades 6-12, Riverside Academy West Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 20% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Academy West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverside Academy West Campus's student population of 403 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riverside Academy West Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Academy West Campus is 0.22, 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
#2569 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
88%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Academy West Campus's ranking?
Riverside Academy West Campus is ranked #2569 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Riverside Academy West Campus often compared to?
Riverside Academy West Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin L Winans Academy Middle School, Harper Woods Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Academy West Campus?
The graduation rate of Riverside Academy West Campus is 90-94%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Riverside Academy West Campus?
403 students attend Riverside Academy West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Riverside Academy West Campus students are White, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riverside Academy West Campus?
Riverside Academy West Campus has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy West Campus offer ?
Riverside Academy West Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Riverside Academy West Campus part of?
Riverside Academy West Campus is part of Riverside Academy School District.
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