Serving 722 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Farmington Steam Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 722 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmington Steam Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Farmington Steam Academy's student population of 722 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
722 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmington Steam Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmington Steam Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#162 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
31%
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
16%
18%
White
42%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmington Steam Academy's ranking?
Farmington Steam Academy is ranked #162 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Farmington Steam Academy?
722 students attend Farmington Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Farmington Steam Academy students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmington Steam Academy?
Farmington Steam Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farmington Steam Academy offer ?
Farmington Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Farmington Steam Academy part of?
Farmington Steam Academy is part of Farmington Public School District.
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