Serving 212 students in grades 6-8, University Middle School Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 35:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 35:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University Middle School Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
University Middle School Academy's student population of 212 students has grown by 85% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
212 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
University Middle School Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University Middle School Academy is 0.12, which is less 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
#394 out of 2925 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
35:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
94%
18%
White
2%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
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 University Middle School Academy's ranking?
University Middle School Academy is ranked #394 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are University Middle School Academy often compared to?
University Middle School Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Birney K8 School, Macarthur K8 University Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
How many students attend University Middle School Academy?
212 students attend University Middle School Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of University Middle School Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University Middle School Academy?
University Middle School Academy has a student ration of 35:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Middle School Academy offer ?
University Middle School Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is University Middle School Academy part of?
University Middle School Academy is part of Southfield Public School District.
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