Serving 613 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Timberland 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 18% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 613 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Timberland Academy's student population of 613 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
613 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Have a Spot for Your Child Today!
School Rankings
Timberland 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 Timberland Academy is 0.59, which is more 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
#2506 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
14%
9%
Black
60%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Timberland Academy's ranking?
Timberland Academy is ranked #2506 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Timberland Academy often compared to?
Timberland Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Cardinal Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Timberland Academy?
613 students attend Timberland Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Timberland Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Timberland Academy?
Timberland Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Timberland Academy offer ?
Timberland Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Timberland Academy part of?
Timberland Academy is part of Timberland Academy School District.
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