Detroit Public Safety Academy vs Western International High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Michigan, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Detroit Public Safety Academy
Detroit · Charter high · Grades 6–12
156 students
Western International High School
Detroit · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,959 students
| Measure | Detroit Public Safety Academy Detroit, Michigan | Western International High School Detroit, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #566 of 591 | #572 of 591 |
| National rank | #16544 of 16,910 | #16593 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 156 | 1,959 |
| Enrollment | 156 | 1,959 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.7% | 79.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 7.5% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 6% |
| city | Detroit | Detroit |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (10.8 vs 10.1).
- •Western International High School does better on math proficiency (6% vs 2.5%).
- •Western International High School does better on reading proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Western International High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.1% vs 82.7%).
- •Detroit Public Safety Academy does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 23.0).
- •Western International High School is the larger school with 1,959 students compared with 156.
- •Detroit Public Safety Academy is a charter school while Western International High School is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Public Safety Academy better than Western International High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Detroit Public Safety Academy and Western International High School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Detroit and Detroit in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Detroit Public Safety Academy: 156. Western International High School: 1,959. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Detroit Public Safety Academy and Western International High School rank in Michigan?
Detroit Public Safety Academy is 566th of 591 and Western International High School is 572nd of 591 among high schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).