Serving 681 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fortis 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 681 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fortis Academy's student population of 681 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
681 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Fortis Academy understands the safety of your child is paramount.
School Rankings
Fortis 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 Fortis Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#1933 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
29%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
43%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
15%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fortis Academy's ranking?
Fortis Academy is ranked #1933 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?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Fortis Academy?
681 students attend Fortis Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Fortis Academy students are Black, 29% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fortis Academy?
Fortis Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Fortis Academy offer ?
Fortis Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fortis Academy part of?
Fortis Academy is part of Fortis Academy School District.
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