Serving 737 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Frontier International 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frontier International Academy's student population of 737 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
To promote lifelong learning by nurturing academic excellence, positive character, and appreciation of cultures.
School Rankings
Frontier International 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 Frontier International Academy is 0.35, 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
#2864 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier International Academy's ranking?
Frontier International Academy is ranked #2864 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Frontier International Academy often compared to?
Frontier International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like David Ellis Academy West, Kensington Woods Schools by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier International Academy?
The graduation rate of Frontier International Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Frontier International Academy?
737 students attend Frontier International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Frontier International Academy students are White, 20% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frontier International Academy?
Frontier International Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Frontier International Academy offer ?
Frontier International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frontier International Academy part of?
Frontier International Academy is part of Frontier International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier International Academy located?
Frontier International Academy is located in the Buffalo Charles neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buffalo Charles.
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5 10/10/2025
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