Serving 255 students in grades 4-12, Tipton Academy 48 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 15% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% 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: 4-12
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tipton Academy 48's student population of 255 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are ONE BIG FAMILY!'
School Rankings
Tipton Academy 48 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 Tipton Academy 48 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
#2406 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
51%
18%
White
39%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
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 Tipton Academy 48's ranking?
Tipton Academy 48 is ranked #2406 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tipton Academy 48?
255 students attend Tipton Academy 48.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Tipton Academy 48 students are Black, 39% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tipton Academy 48?
Tipton Academy 48 has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Tipton Academy 48 offer ?
Tipton Academy 48 offers enrollment in grades 4-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tipton Academy 48 part of?
Tipton Academy 48 is part of Tipton Academy School District.
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