Serving 220 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Inkster Preparatory 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Inkster Preparatory Academy's student population of 220 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Inkster Preparatory 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 Inkster Preparatory 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
#2814 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
16:1
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
83%
18%
White
2%
63%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Inkster Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Inkster Preparatory Academy is ranked #2814 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Inkster Preparatory Academy?
220 students attend Inkster Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Inkster Preparatory Academy students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Inkster Preparatory Academy?
Inkster Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Inkster Preparatory Academy offer ?
Inkster Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Inkster Preparatory Academy part of?
Inkster Preparatory Academy is part of Inkster Preparatory Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
5 stars because I go to this school, and my name is Elvira Edet.
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