Thomas-gist Academy North serves 191 students in grades 5-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 was higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
191 students
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2000–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
Showing 1999–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
98%
18%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
63%
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2001–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Thomas-Gist Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Thomas-gist Academy North?
191 students attend Thomas-gist Academy North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Thomas-gist Academy North students are Black, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas-gist Academy North?
Thomas-gist Academy North has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thomas-gist Academy North offer ?
Thomas-gist Academy North offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Thomas-gist Academy North part of?
Thomas-gist Academy North is part of Thomas-Gist Academy School District.
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