Serving 80 students in grades 9-12, 54th Street Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 80 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
54th Street Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
54th Street Academy's student population of 80 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
80 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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
54th Street Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of 54th Street Academy is 0.61, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
23%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
39%
9%
Black
49%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)50-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 54th Street Academy's ranking?
54th Street Academy is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are 54th Street Academy often compared to?
54th Street Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Icademy Global by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of 54th Street Academy?
The graduation rate of 54th Street Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend 54th Street Academy?
80 students attend 54th Street Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of 54th Street Academy students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of 54th Street Academy?
54th Street Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does 54th Street Academy offer ?
54th Street Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is 54th Street Academy part of?
54th Street Academy is part of Kelloggsville School District.
In what neighborhood is 54th Street Academy located?
54th Street Academy is located in the Kelloggsville neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Kelloggsville.
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