Serving 470 students in grades 6-12, Riverside Academy West Campus 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 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 470 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riverside Academy West Campus ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Riverside Academy West Campus's student population of 470 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
470 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Riverside Academy West Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riverside Academy West Campus is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2702 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
4%
18%
White
94%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riverside Academy West Campus's ranking?
Riverside Academy West Campus is ranked #2702 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Riverside Academy West Campus often compared to?
Riverside Academy West Campusis often viewed alongside schools like Harper Woods Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riverside Academy West Campus?
The graduation rate of Riverside Academy West Campus is 80-89%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Riverside Academy West Campus?
470 students attend Riverside Academy West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Riverside Academy West Campus students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverside Academy West Campus?
Riverside Academy West Campus has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Riverside Academy West Campus offer ?
Riverside Academy West Campus offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverside Academy West Campus part of?
Riverside Academy West Campus is part of Riverside Academy School District.
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