For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,129 students in Westland, MI.
The top-ranked public high schools in Westland, MI are John Glenn High School and Universal Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westland, MI public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 11% (versus the Michigan public high school average of 30%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 48% statewide average). High schools in Westland have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Michigan public high schools.
Westland, MI public high school have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Michigan average of 82%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Universal Learning Academy, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Michigan or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high school average of 36% (majority Black).
Best Public High Schools in Westland, MI (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Glenn High School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
36105 Marquette St
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 419-2323
Gr: 8-12 | 1,368 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Universal Learning Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
28015 Joy Rd
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Westland, MI 48185
(734) 402-5900
Gr: PK-12 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Westland, MI?
The top-ranked public high schools in Westland, MI include John Glenn High School and Universal Learning Academy.
How many public high schools are located in Westland?
2 public high schools are located in Westland.
What is the racial composition of students in Westland?
Westland public high schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Michigan public high schools average of 36% (majority Black).
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