Serving 114 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Three Lakes Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Three Lakes Academy's student population of 114 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Three Lakes Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Three Lakes Academy is 0.39, 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
#1475 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
16:1
American Indian
15%
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
n/a
18%
White
77%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Three Lakes Academy's ranking?
Three Lakes Academy is ranked #1475 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Three Lakes Academy?
114 students attend Three Lakes Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Three Lakes Academy students are White, 15% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Three Lakes Academy?
Three Lakes Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Three Lakes Academy offer ?
Three Lakes Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Three Lakes Academy part of?
Three Lakes Academy is part of Three Lakes Academy School District.
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