Serving 168 students in grades 3-12, The Success 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 34:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 3-12
- Enrollment: 168 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 34:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Success Academy's student population of 168 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
168 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
The Success 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 The Success Academy is 0.43, 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
#2800 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
34:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
11%
9%
Black
74%
18%
White
9%
63%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
81%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Success Academy's ranking?
The Success Academy is ranked #2800 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Success Academy?
The graduation rate of The Success Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend The Success Academy?
168 students attend The Success Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of The Success Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Success Academy?
The Success Academy has a student ration of 34:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does The Success Academy offer ?
The Success Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Success Academy part of?
The Success Academy is part of Saginaw School District Of The City Of.
In what neighborhood is The Success Academy located?
The Success Academy is located in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buena Vista.
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