West Michigan Aviation Academy is a charter high school in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Students have the option of completing flight training and obtaining a private pilot certificate. US News and World Report ranks the school the 26th best in Michigan.
Serving 608 students in grades 9-12, West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Michigan Aviation Academy's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Colors
Blue, Orange
School Rankings
West Michigan Aviation Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#106 out of 3025 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
4%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
74%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Michigan Aviation Academy's ranking?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is ranked #106 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
The graduation rate of West Michigan Aviation Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy?
608 students attend West Michigan Aviation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Michigan Aviation Academy students are White, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Michigan Aviation Academy?
West Michigan Aviation Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Michigan Aviation Academy offer ?
West Michigan Aviation Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Michigan Aviation Academy part of?
West Michigan Aviation Academy is part of West Michigan Aviation Academy School District.
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