Serving 1,034 students in grades 2-8, Oakland International Academy 28 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 20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 2-8
- Enrollment: 1,034 students
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oakland International Academy 28's student population of 1,034 students has grown by 392% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,034 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Rankings
Oakland International Academy 28 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 Oakland International Academy 28 is 0.29, 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
#2081 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Asian
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
9%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oakland International Academy 28's ranking?
Oakland International Academy 28 is ranked #2081 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?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakland International Academy 28?
1,034 students attend Oakland International Academy 28.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Oakland International Academy 28 students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Oakland International Academy 28 offer ?
Oakland International Academy 28 offers enrollment in grades 2-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Oakland International Academy 28 part of?
Oakland International Academy 28 is part of Oakland International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland International Academy 28 located?
Oakland International Academy 28 is located in the Airport Sub neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Airport Sub.
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