Serving 302 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Trix 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trix Academy's student population of 302 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
302 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Rankings
Trix 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 Trix Academy is 0.10, 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
#2878 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
2%
9%
Black
95%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
White
1%
63%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.3%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trix Academy's ranking?
Trix Academy is ranked #2878 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Trix Academy often compared to?
Trix Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Voyageur Academy, Summit Academy North Elementary School, Universal Learning Academy by visitors of our site.
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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Trix Academy?
302 students attend Trix Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Trix Academy students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trix Academy?
Trix Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Trix Academy offer ?
Trix Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trix Academy part of?
Trix Academy is part of Michigan Educational Choice Center School District.
In what neighborhood is Trix Academy located?
Trix Academy is located in the Conner Creek neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Conner Creek.
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