Serving 105 students in grades 6-12, Way Academy Vernor Site 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School / Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Way Academy Vernor Site ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Way Academy Vernor Site's student population of 105 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Way Academy Vernor Site 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 Way Academy Vernor Site is 0.17, 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
#2419 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
91%
9%
Black
2%
18%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Way Academy Vernor Site's ranking?
Way Academy Vernor Site is ranked #2419 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way Academy Vernor Site?
The graduation rate of Way Academy Vernor Site is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Way Academy Vernor Site?
105 students attend Way Academy Vernor Site.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Way Academy Vernor Site students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Way Academy Vernor Site offer ?
Way Academy Vernor Site offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Way Academy Vernor Site part of?
Way Academy Vernor Site is part of W-A-Y Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Way Academy Vernor Site located?
Way Academy Vernor Site is located in the Springwells neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Springwells.
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