Way Chicago Site

19321 W Chicago St
Detroit, MI 48228
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Top 30%
Serving 102 students in grades 6-12, Way Chicago Site 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
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)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 102 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Way Chicago Site ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Way Chicago Site's student population of 102 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
102 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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School Rankings

Way Chicago Site ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Way Chicago Site is 0.02, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
36%
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<50%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
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17:1
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American Indian
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1%
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Asian
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3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
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Black
99%
18%
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White
1%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
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5%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.02
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11-19%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
5%
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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 Way Chicago Site's ranking?
Way Chicago Site is ranked #758 out of 2,925 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 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Way Chicago Site?
The graduation rate of Way Chicago Site is 11-19%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Way Chicago Site?
102 students attend Way Chicago Site.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Way Chicago Site students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Way Chicago Site offer ?
Way Chicago Site offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Way Chicago Site part of?
Way Chicago Site is part of W-A-Y Academy School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 102 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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