Serving 600 students in grades 9-12, West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 600 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Michigan Aviation Academy's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
600 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Campus Size
67,500 sq. ft
School Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Orange
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Michigan Aviation Academy's ranking?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is ranked #106 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
The graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy?
600 students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Michigan Aviation Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
West Michigan Aviation Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does West Michigan Aviation Academy offer ?
West Michigan Aviation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Michigan Aviation Academy part of?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is part of West Michigan Aviation Academy School District.
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