The West Middle A.i. serves 7 students in grades Prekindergarten-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 29% of the student body (majority Black), which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
7 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
71%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend The West Middle A.i.?
7 students attend The West Middle A.i..
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of The West Middle A.i. students are White, and 29% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of The West Middle A.i.?
The West Middle A.i. has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does The West Middle A.i. offer ?
The West Middle A.i. offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is The West Middle A.i. part of?
The West Middle A.i. is part of Grand Rapids Public Schools School District.
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