What grades does Western International High School serve?

Western International High School is a High school serving students in DETROIT, MI. The school is part of the local school district.

Where is Western International High School located?

Western International High School is located at DETROIT, MI in a urban area.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Western International High School?

Western International High School has a student-teacher ratio of 23.3:1.

What schools are in DETROIT, MI?

DETROIT, MI is served by the local school district. Western International High School is one of the High schools in the area.

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Western International High School — School Calendar 2026-27

Q: How many students attend Western International High School?

Enrollment at Western International High School stands at 1,931 students. The school is a High institution in the local district.

High|DETROIT, Michigan|Detroit Public Schools Community District

DETROIT, MI 48209

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Mon

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Tue

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,931

Student:Teacher

23.3:1

Locale

Urban

District

Detroit Public Schools Community District

Econ. Disadvantaged

76.3%

Phone

(313)849-4758

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

20-24%

Math Proficiency

<=5%

Graduation Rate

61%

Chronic Absenteeism

67.5%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

12 courses offered

118 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

SAT/ACT

505 test takers

Athletics

15 sports, 17 teams

213 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 23.3:1

Worse than average in MI

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,991

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

96% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

School Resource Officers

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$22,138

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$10,415

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$30,237

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 45%State 47%Local 8%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$258,238

+3.1% 1yr+31.4% 5yr

Detroit, MI metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

29.8%

Below 150% poverty line

9.4%

Unemployment rate

5.8%

Uninsured residents

12.9%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

6,844

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

6,599

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,419 (22%)

Intellectual Disability

1,306 (20%)

Autism

1,278 (19%)

Speech/Language Impairment

1,275 (19%)

Other Health Impairment

655 (10%)

Emotional Disturbance

201 (3%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,959

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Dec 21, 2026

School and District Closed

Event

Mon, Dec 28, 2026

Schools and District Closed

Event

Tue, Feb 16, 2027

Schools and District Closed

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Western International High School follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	School and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Mar 29, 2027	Schools and District ClosedDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Student Make Up DaysDistrict-wide	Event	—