Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Stem Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: STEM Academy's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Kalamazoo, MI, covering approximately 25.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stem Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Stem Academy's student population of 298 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
298 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Stem Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stem 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 3025 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
69%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stem Academy's ranking?
Stem Academy is ranked #366 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Stem Academy often compared to?
Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas M Ryan Intermediate School, Spring Valley Center For Exploration by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Stem Academy?
298 students attend Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Stem Academy students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stem Academy?
Stem Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Stem Academy offer ?
Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stem Academy part of?
Stem Academy is part of Comstock School District.
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