Brandywine Innovation Academy

1830 S 3rd St
Niles, MI 49120
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 30%
Serving 84 students in grades 6-12, Brandywine Innovation 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 <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 42:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50% in MI)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Brandywine Innovation Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

School Overview

Brandywine Innovation Academy's student population of 84 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
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Students by Grade
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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

Brandywine Innovation Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Innovation Academy is 0.25, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MI)
#758 out of 2925 schools
(Top 30%)
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<50%
36%
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<50%
48%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
42:1
17:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
n/a
3%
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Hispanic
1%
9%
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Black
1%
18%
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White
86%
64%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.25
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20-29%
84%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
47%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brandywine Innovation Academy's ranking?
Brandywine Innovation Academy is ranked #758 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandywine Innovation Academy?
The graduation rate of Brandywine Innovation Academy is 20-29%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Brandywine Innovation Academy?
84 students attend Brandywine Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brandywine Innovation Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brandywine Innovation Academy?
Brandywine Innovation Academy has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Brandywine Innovation Academy offer ?
Brandywine Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brandywine Innovation Academy part of?
Brandywine Innovation Academy is part of Brandywine Community Schools School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Online School/Alternative school
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 84 students
  • State Accredited: No
  • Live Instruction: No
  • Rolling Enrollment: No
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 42:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 14%
  • : 20-29% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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