Detroit Community Schools High School vs Westfield Preparatory High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Community Schools High School
Detroit · Charter high · Grades 9–12
299 students
Westfield Preparatory High School
Redford · Charter high · Grades 7–12
834 students
| Measure | Detroit Community Schools High School Detroit, Michigan | Westfield Preparatory High School Redford, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #477 of 591 | #493 of 591 |
| National rank | #14138 of 16,910 | #14479 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 299 | 834 |
| Enrollment | 299 | 834 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 81.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.0 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 15% | – |
| Math proficiency | 34.5% | – |
| city | Detroit | Redford |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Detroit Community Schools High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.2 vs 24.6).
- •Westfield Preparatory High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.7% vs 83.3%).
- •Detroit Community Schools High School does better on students per teacher (15.0 vs 17.4).
- •Westfield Preparatory High School is the larger school with 834 students compared with 299.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Detroit Community Schools High School better than Westfield Preparatory High School?
On the Success Index (US), Detroit Community Schools High School ranks higher (26.2 vs 24.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Detroit Community Schools High School and Westfield Preparatory High School?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Redford in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Community Schools High School: 299. Westfield Preparatory High School: 834. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Community Schools High School and Westfield Preparatory High School rank in Michigan?
Detroit Community Schools High School is 477th of 591 and Westfield Preparatory High School is 493rd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).