Waynewestland Innovative Academy 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waynewestland Innovative Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students (24-25)
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Waynewestland Innovative Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#2773 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
American Indian
(24-25)1%
1%
Hispanic
(24-25)4%
9%
Black
(24-25)48%
18%
White
(24-25)43%
63%
Two or more races
(24-25)4%
5%
Graduation Rate
30-34%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (24-25)
73%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (24-25)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waynewestland Innovative Academy's ranking?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy is ranked #2773 out of 3,025 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 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
The graduation rate of Waynewestland Innovative Academy is 30-34%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
255 students attend Waynewestland Innovative Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Waynewestland Innovative Academy students are Black, 43% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Waynewestland Innovative Academy offer ?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Waynewestland Innovative Academy part of?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy is part of Wayne-Westland Community School District.
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