Serving 1,589 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Michigan Connections 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 22% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,589 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Michigan Connections Academy's student population of 1,589 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Exclusively virtual)
(Exclusively virtual)
Total Students
1,589 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Calendar
School Rankings
Michigan Connections 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 Michigan Connections Academy is 0.60, 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
#1664 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
25:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Michigan Connections Academy School District
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Michigan Connections Academy's ranking?
Michigan Connections Academy is ranked #1664 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Michigan Connections Academy often compared to?
Michigan Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Great Lakes Online Education, Icademy Global by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Michigan Connections Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Michigan Connections Academy?
1,589 students attend Michigan Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Michigan Connections Academy students are White, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Michigan Connections Academy?
Michigan Connections Academy has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Michigan Connections Academy offer ?
Michigan Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Exclusively virtual).
What school district is Michigan Connections Academy part of?
Michigan Connections Academy is part of Michigan Connections Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I have 3 kids in this school from kindegarten to 11th grade. It is a wonderful school. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. Always willing to help my kids succeed in their classes. It is all done online from home or where ever you can go online. Teachers call every 2 weeks to give support and see what they can help the parent or student with. I tried a traditional public school and was very disappointed with it but Michigan Connections Academy has given me hope for my kids future schooling.
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