Serving 205 students in grades 9-12, Blue Water Middle College 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 45-49% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Blue Water Middle College Academy's student population of 205 students has declined by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1923
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
The diversity score of Blue Water Middle College Academy is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
White
91%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
45-49%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Blue Water Middle College Academy?
The graduation rate of Blue Water Middle College Academy is 45-49%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Blue Water Middle College Academy?
205 students attend Blue Water Middle College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Blue Water Middle College Academy students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blue Water Middle College Academy?
Blue Water Middle College Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Blue Water Middle College Academy offer ?
Blue Water Middle College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Blue Water Middle College Academy part of?
Blue Water Middle College Academy is part of Blue Water Middle College School District.
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