WEST MICHIGAN AVIATION ACADEMY

West Michigan Aviation Academy is a public charter high school that is part of the West Michigan Aviation Academy school district, located in Grand Rapids, MI with about 599 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 39 teachers, West Michigan Aviation Academy has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Michigan Aviation Academy (WMAA) is a unique, tuition-free public charter high school located on the grounds of the Gerald R. Ford International Airport in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Founded by the DeVos family, the school provides a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum with a distinct focus on aviation, aerospace engineering, and STEM-related fields. By leveraging its proximity to the airport, WMAA offers students immersive, hands-on learning experiences that extend far beyond the traditional classroom, including flight training programs and opportunities to work directly with aviation professionals.

The school is designed to cultivate the next generation of leaders in the aerospace industry while maintaining a strong emphasis on character development and academic excellence. Students at WMAA benefit from modern facilities, specialized laboratory equipment, and a culture that encourages curiosity and problem-solving. Whether students aim to pursue careers as pilots, engineers, or aviation managers, or simply seek a high-quality education in a unique environment, the academy provides a specialized pathway that bridges the gap between high school academics and real-world aviation applications.

For more information, contact West Michigan Aviation Academy at (616) 446-8886 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.