Momentum Academy

60 S Lynn Ave
Waterford, MI 48328
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Bottom 50%
Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Momentum 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), 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: 219 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50% in MI
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

School Overview

Momentum Academy's student population of 219 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
219 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
2012
School Calendar
School Motto
Momentum Academy will propel 21st century students toward success in life through a focus on student achievement for college and workforce readiness.

School Rankings

Momentum 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 Momentum Academy is 0.50, 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.
This School
State Level (MI)
#2909 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
6-9%
35%
6-9%
45%
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
66%
9%
Black
25%
18%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

White
5%
63%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
4%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
95%
0.50

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
45.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
45%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Momentum Academy's ranking?
Momentum Academy is ranked #2909 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 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Momentum Academy?
219 students attend Momentum Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Momentum Academy students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Momentum Academy?
Momentum Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Momentum Academy offer ?
Momentum Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Momentum Academy part of?
Momentum Academy is part of Momentum Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 219 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 95%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education

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