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Western International High School

1500 Scotten St
Detroit, MI 48209
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Bottom 50%
Serving 2,151 students in grades 9-12, Western International High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,151 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 71% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="overview">School Overview
Western International High School's student population of 2,151 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,151 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
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Students by Grade
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<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-rankings">School Rankings
Western International High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western International High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2886 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
This chart displays the overall school rank of Western International High School, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
5%
34%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Western International High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
15%
45%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Western International High School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
This chart displays the student teacher ratio of Western International High School and the public school average student teacher ratio of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
72%
9%
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Western International High School and the percentage of Hispanic public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Black
20%
18%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Western International High School and the percentage of Black public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
White
8%
64%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Western International High School and the percentage of White public school students in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Michigan.
0.44
This chart displays the diversity score of Western International High School and the public school average diversity score of Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
71%
81%
This chart displays graduation rate of Western International High School and public school graduation rate of Michigan by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
49%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for free lunch in Western International High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for free lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Western International High School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Michigan by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western International High School's ranking?
Western International High School is ranked #2886 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western International High School?
The graduation rate of Western International High School is 71%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Western International High School?
2,151 students attend Western International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Western International High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, and 8% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western International High School?
Western International High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western International High School offer ?
Western International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western International High School part of?
Western International High School is part of Detroit Public Schools Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Western International High School located?
Western International High School is located in the Hubbard Farms neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Hubbard Farms.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 2,151 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 92%
  • : 71% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15% (Btm 50%)
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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