Serving 234 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Aberdeen 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aberdeen Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Aberdeen Academy's student population of 234 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
234 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Aberdeen Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aberdeen Academy is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2105 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
18%
9%
Black
35%
18%
White
36%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aberdeen Academy's ranking?
Aberdeen Academy is ranked #2105 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Aberdeen Academy often compared to?
Aberdeen Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Ada Vista Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Aberdeen Academy?
234 students attend Aberdeen Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Aberdeen Academy students are White, 35% of students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Aberdeen Academy?
Aberdeen Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Aberdeen Academy offer ?
Aberdeen Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Aberdeen Academy part of?
Aberdeen Academy is part of Grand Rapids School District.
In what neighborhood is Aberdeen Academy located?
Aberdeen Academy is located in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, MI. There are 6 other public schools located in Creston.
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