Commonwealth Middle Academy serves 324 students in grades 5-8.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
1%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Commonwealth Middle Academy?
324 students attend Commonwealth Middle Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Commonwealth Middle Academy students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What grades does Commonwealth Middle Academy offer ?
Commonwealth Middle Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Commonwealth Middle Academy part of?
Commonwealth Middle Academy is part of Commonwealth Community Development Academy School District.
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