Serving 174 students in grades 2-12, 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Online School/Magnet School
- Grades: 2-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (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 174 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
174 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 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
Academy 21 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy 21 is 0.66, 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
#2601 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
25%
18%
White
52%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Academy 21's ranking?
Academy 21 is ranked #2601 out of 3,069 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, Clintondale Virtual Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy 21?
The graduation rate of Academy 21 is 40-49%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Academy 21?
174 students attend Academy 21.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Academy 21 students are White, 25% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy 21?
Academy 21 has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academy 21 offer ?
Academy 21 offers enrollment in grades 2-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Academy 21 part of?
Academy 21 is part of Center Line School District.
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