Global Heights Academy

Serving 277 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Global Heights 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Global Heights Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Global Heights Academy's student population of 277 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
277 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

School Rankings

Global Heights 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 Global Heights Academy is 0.23, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
≤5%
35%
6-9%
45%
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
87%
18%
White
10%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.23
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
1%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Global Heights Academy's ranking?
Global Heights Academy is ranked #2950 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Global Heights Academy often compared to?
Global Heights Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Branch Line School, Creative Montessori Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Global Heights Academy?
277 students attend Global Heights Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Global Heights Academy students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Global Heights Academy?
Global Heights Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Global Heights Academy offer ?
Global Heights Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Global Heights Academy part of?
Global Heights Academy is part of Global Heights Academy School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 277 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 90%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : ≤5% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : ≤10% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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