Serving 2,035 students in grades 9-12, Western International High School 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 61% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western International High School's student population of 2,035 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western International High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western International High School is 0.44, 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
#2665 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
72%
9%
Black
20%
18%
White
8%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
61%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western International High School's ranking?
Western International High School is ranked #2665 out of 2,925 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western International High School?
The graduation rate of Western International High School is 61%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Western International High School?
2,035 students attend Western International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Western International High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western International High School?
Western International High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western International High School offer ?
Western International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western International High School part of?
Western International High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
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