Serving 1,217 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Advanced Technology Academy 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% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 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 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Advanced Technology Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Advanced Technology Academy's student population of 1,217 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Advanced Technology Academy 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 Advanced Technology Academy is 0.41, which is less 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
#2877 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
25%
9%
Black
73%
18%
White
2%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Advanced Technology Academy's ranking?
Advanced Technology Academy is ranked #2877 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Advanced Technology Academy?
The graduation rate of Advanced Technology Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Advanced Technology Academy?
1,217 students attend Advanced Technology Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Advanced Technology Academy students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Advanced Technology Academy?
Advanced Technology Academy has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Advanced Technology Academy offer ?
Advanced Technology Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Advanced Technology Academy part of?
Advanced Technology Academy is part of Advanced Technology Academy School District.
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