Serving 1,067 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Bradford 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 3% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,067 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bradford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Bradford Academy's student population of 1,067 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,067 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bradford Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,925 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bradford Academy is 0.04, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2920 out of 2925 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bradford Academy's ranking?
Bradford Academy is ranked #2920 out of 2,925 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Bradford Academy often compared to?
Bradford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Alice M Birney K8 School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MI state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bradford Academy?
The graduation rate of Bradford Academy is 60-64%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 84%.
How many students attend Bradford Academy?
1,067 students attend Bradford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Bradford Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bradford Academy?
Bradford Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Bradford Academy offer ?
Bradford Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bradford Academy part of?
Bradford Academy is part of Bradford Academy School District.
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