Needs Improvement
#3012 of 3,192 schools in MI
Waynewestland Innovative Academy
High School · Wayne-Westland Community School District
5400 4TH ST, Wayne, MI 48184
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
31.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher
31.9:1
Score
3.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Michigan schools
#3,012 of 3,192
In Wayne
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#8 of 16
Wayne-Westland Community School District
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About Waynewestland Innovative Academy
Waynewestland Innovative Academy is a public high school in Wayne, MI, part of Wayne-Westland Community School District. Waynewestland Innovative Academy serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 31.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Waynewestland Innovative Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,012 of 3,192 schools in MI.
Structured state assessment records for Waynewestland Innovative Academy show 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.8
- MI avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Waynewestland Innovative Academy 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.
Waynewestland Innovative Academy runs 31.9:1 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.
65% of students at Waynewestland Innovative Academy 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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Waynewestland Innovative Academy — Students at Waynewestland Innovative Academy score 2% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MI EDFACTS (2018-19)
Based on 22 test records from MI state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.3/10.
How Waynewestland Innovative Academy Compares
See how Waynewestland Innovative Academy 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
5400 4TH ST, Wayne, MI 48184
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Waynewestland Innovative Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. John Glenn High School (rated 5.7/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Westland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Romulus Virtual Learning Center (rated 5.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Romulus), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wayne Memorial High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wayne, see our Wayne schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benjamin Franklin Middle School Wayne | 0.6 mi | 3.8 |
| RooseveltMcGrath Elem School Wayne | 0.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Metro Charter Academy Romulus | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Wayne Memorial High School Wayne | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| ST JOHN'S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westland | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Romulus Elementary School Romulus | 1.3 mi | 3.5 |
| Adams Middle School Westland | 1.8 mi | 3.1 |
| TaftGalloway Elementary School Wayne | 1.5 mi | 2.8 |
| Albert Schweitzer Elementary School Westland | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Alexander Hamilton Elementary School Westland | 2.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Wick Elementary School Romulus | 2.4 mi | 3.0 |
| Romulus Senior High School Romulus | 2.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Romulus Virtual Learning Center Romulus | 2.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Romulus Middle School Romulus | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Westland | 3.0 mi | 3.3 |
| Eugene B Elliott Elem School Westland | 2.8 mi | 3.1 |
| Adlai Stevenson Middle School Westland | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Farmington 56 Campus Garden City | 3.3 mi | 6.8 |
| John Glenn High School Westland | 3.4 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MICHAEL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Wayne | 2.7 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 48184 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,572
Median Home Value
$142,400
Median Rent
$924/mo
Population
17,436
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
26.8 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
39.5
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|---|---|
| Michigan Cyber Academy Hazel Park, MI | 3.5 |
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| BayArenac Community High School Essexville, MI | 3.8 |
| Montrose Alternative Education Center Montrose, MI | 3.8 |
| Muskegon Covenant Academy Muskegon, MI | 3.1 |
| WK Kellogg Preparatory High School Battle Creek, MI | 3.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Waynewestland Innovative Academy
What grades does Waynewestland Innovative Academy serve?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Waynewestland Innovative Academy is 31.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Waynewestland Innovative Academy rank in MI?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy ranks #3,012 of 3,192 schools in MI.
What is Waynewestland Innovative Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Waynewestland Innovative Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Waynewestland Innovative Academy has 14% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 17% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Waynewestland Innovative Academy a charter school?
No, Waynewestland Innovative Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Waynewestland Innovative Academy a Title I school?
No, Waynewestland Innovative Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Waynewestland Innovative Academy?
74.9% of students at Waynewestland Innovative Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 255
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 31.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.1%
- Phone
- (734) 419-2436
- 4-Year Graduation
- 27.0%
Resources & Links
District
Wayne-Westland Community School District- District Enrollment
- 9,613
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,351
- District Rank
- #8 of 16
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