Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher 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 39% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science's student population of 728 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science is 0.57, which is more 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
#1352 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
24%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
61%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science's ranking?
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science is ranked #1352 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science?
The graduation rate of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science is 60-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science?
728 students attend West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science?
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science offer ?
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science part of?
West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science is part of West Mi Academy Of Environmental Science School District.
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