Serving 544 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Thompson K8 International 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 12% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 544 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thompson K-8 International Academy serves the eastern part of Southfield, MI, covering an area of approximately 4.7 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the school's edge and a maximum distance of 3.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thompson K8 International Academy's student population of 544 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
544 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thompson K8 International 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 Thompson K8 International Academy is 0.32, 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
#2453 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
82%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 Thompson K8 International Academy's ranking?
Thompson K8 International Academy is ranked #2453 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Thompson K8 International Academy often compared to?
Thompson K8 International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Norup International School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Thompson K8 International Academy?
544 students attend Thompson K8 International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Thompson K8 International Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thompson K8 International Academy?
Thompson K8 International Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Thompson K8 International Academy offer ?
Thompson K8 International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson K8 International Academy part of?
Thompson K8 International Academy is part of Southfield Public School District.
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