Serving 83 students in grades 6-12, Benzie 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 83 students
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benzie Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Benzie Academy's student population of 83 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
83 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Benzie Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benzie Academy is 0.21, 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
#2255 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
89%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
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 Benzie Academy's ranking?
Benzie Academy is ranked #2255 out of 3,025 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Benzie Academy?
The graduation rate of Benzie Academy is 40-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Benzie Academy?
83 students attend Benzie Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Benzie Academy students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Benzie Academy offer ?
Benzie Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benzie Academy part of?
Benzie Academy is part of Benzie County Central Schools School District.
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