Serving 204 students in grades 6-12, Soar Academic Institute 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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/Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 204 students
- State Accredited: No
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Soar Academic Institute's student population of 204 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
204 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
State Accredited Program
No
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 Rankings
Soar Academic Institute 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 Soar Academic Institute is 0.42, 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
#2751 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
29:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Black
74%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
White
20%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81.8%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.2%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Soar Academic Institute's ranking?
Soar Academic Institute is ranked #2751 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Soar Academic Institute often compared to?
Soar Academic Instituteis often viewed alongside schools like Redford Service Learning Academy Campus by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Soar Academic Institute?
The graduation rate of Soar Academic Institute is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81.8%.
How many students attend Soar Academic Institute?
204 students attend Soar Academic Institute.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Soar Academic Institute students are Black, 20% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Soar Academic Institute?
Soar Academic Institute has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Soar Academic Institute offer ?
Soar Academic Institute offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Soar Academic Institute part of?
Soar Academic Institute is part of South Redford School District.
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