Westwood Virtual Academy

Westwood Virtual Academy is an alternative high school located in Inkster, Michigan, a suburb of Detroit. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 170 students with just one full-time equivalent teacher, resulting in a student-teacher ratio of 170:1. As a virtual academy, Westwood offers flexible learning options for its diverse student body.

Academically, the school currently ranks at #1807 out of 3204 schools statewide, placing it in the 44th percentile. This ranking reflects that there is room for academic growth and development within the school community. Students typically score around 18% proficient or above in both English Language Arts/Reading and Math.

Westwood Virtual Academy's setting in a large suburban area provides students with access to various resources while still offering the flexibility of virtual learning environments. The school focuses on meeting individual student needs, making it an alternative option for families seeking unique educational pathways.

With an enrollment of 170 students, Westwood Virtual Academy is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

The student-teacher ratio at Westwood Virtual Academy is 170:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.