Serving 287 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Academy 21 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 287 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy 21 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Academy 21's student population of 287 students has grown by 99% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has grown by 133% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
287 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
State Accredited Program
No
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Academy 21 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy 21 is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2322 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
50%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy 21's ranking?
Academy 21 is ranked #2322 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Academy 21 often compared to?
Academy 21is often viewed alongside schools like Wolfe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy 21?
The graduation rate of Academy 21 is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Academy 21?
287 students attend Academy 21.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Academy 21 students are White, 25% of students are Black, 12% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy 21?
Academy 21 has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academy 21 offer ?
Academy 21 offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academy 21 part of?
Academy 21 is part of Center Line Public Schools School District.
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