Serving 238 students in grades 9-12, West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi ranks in the top 30% 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% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 238 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 50-54% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi's student population of 238 students has declined by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
238 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi is 0.04, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-54%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
49%
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 Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi's ranking?
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi?
The graduation rate of West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi is 50-54%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi?
238 students attend West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi?
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi offer ?
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi part of?
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi located?
West Side Academy Of Information Technology And Cyber Securi is located in the Chadsey Condon neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 5 other public schools located in Chadsey Condon.
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