Serving 131 students in grades 9-12, Academic And Career Education Academy ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≤20% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academic And Career Education Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Academic And Career Education Academy's student population of 131 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Academic And Career Education Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academic And Career Education Academy is 0.20, which is less 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%

Asian
n/a
4%

Hispanic
n/a
9%

Black
10%
18%

White
89%
63%

Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≤20%
81%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academic And Career Education Academy's ranking?
Academic And Career Education Academy is ranked #812 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academic And Career Education Academy?
The graduation rate of Academic And Career Education Academy is 20%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Academic And Career Education Academy?
131 students attend Academic And Career Education Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Academic And Career Education Academy students are White, 10% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academic And Career Education Academy?
Academic And Career Education Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Academic And Career Education Academy offer ?
Academic And Career Education Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Academic And Career Education Academy part of?
Academic And Career Education Academy is part of Academic And Career Education Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 5/1/2012
Its the best school in the world!!!!!!!!! You get alot of help when you need it.
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