Serving 282 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Tipton Academy Pk3 ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tipton Academy Pk3 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Tipton Academy Pk3's student population of 282 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Tipton Academy Pk3 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 Pk3 is 0.60, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1644 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
4%
9%
Black
53%
18%
White
35%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tipton Academy Pk3's ranking?
Tipton Academy Pk3 is ranked #1644 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Tipton Academy Pk3 often compared to?
Tipton Academy Pk3is often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Elementary 34 Campus, Lathers Early Childhood And Kindergarten Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Tipton Academy Pk3?
282 students attend Tipton Academy Pk3.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Tipton Academy Pk3 students are Black, 35% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tipton Academy Pk3?
Tipton Academy Pk3 has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Tipton Academy Pk3 offer ?
Tipton Academy Pk3 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tipton Academy Pk3 part of?
Tipton Academy Pk3 is part of Tipton Academy School District.
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