Serving 329 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Barack Obama Leadership 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 41:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 329 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 41:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barack Obama Leadership Academy's student population of 329 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
329 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Motto
Empower, Achieve, Lead
School Rankings
Barack Obama Leadership 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 Barack Obama Leadership Academy is 0.04, 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
#2950 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
41:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
98%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barack Obama Leadership Academy's ranking?
Barack Obama Leadership Academy is ranked #2950 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Barack Obama Leadership Academy?
329 students attend Barack Obama Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Barack Obama Leadership Academy students are Black, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barack Obama Leadership Academy?
Barack Obama Leadership Academy has a student ration of 41:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Barack Obama Leadership Academy offer ?
Barack Obama Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barack Obama Leadership Academy part of?
Barack Obama Leadership Academy is part of Barack Obama Leadership Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Barack Obama Leadership Academy located?
Barack Obama Leadership Academy is located in the West End neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 2 other public schools located in West End.
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