Serving 69 students in grades 6-12, Brandywine Innovation Academy ranks in the bottom 50% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School/Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 69 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: BELL EDUCATION CENTER's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Niles, MI, encompassing approximately 18.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being around 2.5 miles and the furthest edge reaching 5.1 miles.
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brandywine Innovation Academy's student population of 69 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Primarily virtual)
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
69 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
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 bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brandywine Innovation Academy is 0.30, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1625 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
White
83%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Two or more races
11%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Graduation Rate
30-39%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #1625 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brandywine Innovation Academy?
The graduation rate of Brandywine Innovation Academy is 30-39%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Brandywine Innovation Academy?
69 students attend Brandywine Innovation Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Brandywine Innovation Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What grades does Brandywine Innovation Academy offer ?
Brandywine Innovation Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Brandywine Innovation Academy part of?
Brandywine Innovation Academy is part of Brandywine Community Schools.
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