Serving 143 students in grades 6-8, Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 143 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center's student population of 143 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 57% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
143 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center 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 Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center is 0.55, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.55. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2512 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
9%
9%
Black
64%
18%
White
16%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center's ranking?
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center is ranked #2512 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center?
143 students attend Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center students are Black, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 9% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center?
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center offer ?
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center part of?
Battle Creek Stem Innovation Center is part of Battle Creek School District.
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