University Preparatory Academy serves 357 students in grades 6-8.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
4%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend University Preparatory Academy?
357 students attend University Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of University Preparatory Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of University Preparatory Academy?
University Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does University Preparatory Academy offer ?
University Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is University Preparatory Academy part of?
University Preparatory Academy is part of University Preparatory Academy (PSAD) School District.
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