Below Average
#2785 of 3,192 schools in MI
Academy West Alternative Education
High School · Westwood Heights Schools
3223 WEST CARPENTER RD, Flint, MI 48504
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
73.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
441
Student-Teacher
73.5:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#2,785 of 3,192
In Flint
#28 of 47
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Westwood Heights Schools
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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Academy West Alternative Education
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About Academy West Alternative Education
Academy West Alternative Education is a public high school in Flint, MI, part of Westwood Heights Schools. Academy West Alternative Education serves approximately 441 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 73.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy West Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,785 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Academy West Alternative Education show 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 4.8
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Academy West Alternative Education sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Academy West Alternative Education runs 73.5:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
78% of students at Academy West Alternative Education were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Academy West Alternative Education — Students at Academy West Alternative Education score 5% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 14 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Academy West Alternative Education Compares
See how Academy West Alternative Education performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
3223 WEST CARPENTER RD, Flint, MI 48504
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy West Alternative Education may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CarmanAinsworth High School (rated 5.6/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hamady Community High School (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Flex High North Flint (rated 3.0/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Flint, see our Flint schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Colonel Donald McMonagle Elementary School Flint | 0.1 mi | 2.6 |
| Michael Hamady Elementary School Flint | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Greater Heights Academy Flint | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Flex High North Flint Flint | 0.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Genesee County Juvenile Justice Center Mount Morris | 1.1 mi | — |
| Hamady Community High School Flint | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Hamady Middle School Flint | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Linden Charter Academy Flint | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Eagles Nest Academy Flint | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Brownell STEM Academy Flint | 1.4 mi | 2.2 |
| Holmes STEM Middle School Academy Flint | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| FIRST FLINT SDA SCHOOL Flint | 2.3 mi | — |
| Northridge Academy Flint | 2.3 mi | 6.1 |
| The Learning CoOp Flint | 2.3 mi | — |
| CarmanAinsworth High School Flint | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| The New Standard Academy Flint | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Dye Elementary School Flint | 3.1 mi | 3.4 |
| ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Flint | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| ST JOHN VIANNEY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Flint | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Marion D Crouse Instr Center Flint | 2.5 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$36,740
Median Home Value
$48,500
Median Rent
$895/mo
Population
23,873
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
60.1%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
32%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy West Alternative Education
What grades does Academy West Alternative Education serve?
Academy West Alternative Education serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy West Alternative Education?
Academy West Alternative Education has an enrollment of approximately 441 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy West Alternative Education?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy West Alternative Education is 73.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy West Alternative Education rank in MI?
Academy West Alternative Education ranks #2,785 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Academy West Alternative Education's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy West Alternative Education has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy West Alternative Education?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy West Alternative Education has 3% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019) and 8% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2019).
Is Academy West Alternative Education a charter school?
No, Academy West Alternative Education is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy West Alternative Education a Title I school?
No, Academy West Alternative Education is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy West Alternative Education?
88.2% of students at Academy West Alternative Education qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 441
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 73.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Genesee County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 78.0%
- Phone
- (810) 591-0123
- 4-Year Graduation
- 37.0%
Resources & Links
District
Westwood Heights Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,564
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,861
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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