D
Needs Improvement
39/100

WAY Michigan

📚 06 – 12 🏫 High School Charter School
📍 407 E FORT ST, Detroit, MI 48226
39
Repit Score
out of 100
119
Students
enrolled
99.2:1
Student:Teacher
ratio
$12K
Per Student
spending

What We Evaluated

👨‍🏫 Class Size 99.2:1 student-teacher ratio
💰 Funding $11,579 per student
🏫 School Type Alternative (Charter)

School Information

Address 407 E FORT ST
City Detroit
ZIP Code 48226
District 2601074
NCES School ID 260107408589
Data Year 2024-25

Community Context for 48226

Understanding the community around WAY Michigan helps evaluate the school environment and neighborhood.

💰 Income & Economy

Median Household Income $71,875
Per Capita Income $70,202
Poverty Rate 8.1%
Households Earning $100K+ 32.9%

🎓 Education Level

Bachelor's Degree or Higher 51.4%
High School or Higher 92.0%

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value $293,900
Median Rent $1,667
Owner-Occupied 9.8%
Renter-Occupied 90.2%
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Student Demographics

Enrollment and demographic breakdown for WAY Michigan.

👫 Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

🌎 Race & Ethnicity

White 48.7%
Black 38.7%
Hispanic/Latino 10.1%
Asian 0.8%
American Indian 1.7%

📋 Enrollment Summary

Total Enrollment 119
Teachers (FTE) 1.2
Student:Teacher Ratio 99.2:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Repit School Score for WAY Michigan?
WAY Michigan has a Repit School Score of 39 out of 100, earning a grade of D. This score evaluates class size (student-teacher ratio), funding levels, and resources rather than just test scores.
How many students attend WAY Michigan?
WAY Michigan has 119 students enrolled for the 2024-25 school year. The student-to-teacher ratio is 99.2:1.
What grades does WAY Michigan serve?
WAY Michigan serves grades 06 – 12 and is classified as a High School. This is a charter school.
How much funding does WAY Michigan receive per student?
WAY Michigan receives $11,579 in per-pupil spending from its district. This is around the national average.
🏠 Rental Market Around WAY Michigan in 48226 ▼
Avg Home Value
$325,347
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,973
1-Year Change
+2.9%
% Renters
90.2%

About Repit School Scores

Traditional school ratings rely heavily on standardized test scores, which often reflect family income more than actual school quality. Repit takes a different approach.

We evaluate schools based on factors that research shows actually impact educational outcomes:

  • Class Size — Smaller classes mean more individual attention and better student outcomes.
  • School Funding — Resources available for programs, teachers, and facilities directly affect education quality.
  • School Environment — School size and structure affect available programs and student experience.

Data source: NCES CCD 2024-25 | Last updated: September 2026