Serving 648 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Frontier International 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 7% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 648 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frontier International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Frontier International Academy's student population of 648 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Frontier International 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 Frontier International Academy is 0.42, which is less 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
#2947 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
21%
3%
Hispanic
n/a
9%
Black
6%
18%
White
73%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frontier International Academy's ranking?
Frontier International Academy is ranked #2947 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Frontier International Academy often compared to?
Frontier International Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Kensington Woods Schools, David Ellis Academy West by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
7% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Frontier International Academy?
The graduation rate of Frontier International Academy is 85-89%, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Frontier International Academy?
648 students attend Frontier International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Frontier International Academy students are White, 21% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Frontier International Academy?
Frontier International Academy has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Frontier International Academy offer ?
Frontier International Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Frontier International Academy part of?
Frontier International Academy is part of Frontier International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Frontier International Academy located?
Frontier International Academy is located in the Buffalo Charles neighborhood of Hamtramck, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buffalo Charles.
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