Classical Academy serves 270 students in grades 7-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 25-29% (which was lower than the Michigan state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 65-69% (which was higher than the Michigan state average of 64%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 was lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 89% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
270 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)65-69%
64%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
11%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(11-12)≥90%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 64% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Classical Academy?
The graduation rate of Classical Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 82%.
How many students attend Classical Academy?
270 students attend Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Classical Academy students are Black, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Classical Academy?
Classical Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Classical Academy offer ?
Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Classical Academy part of?
Classical Academy is part of Flint School District Of The City Of.
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