Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hamtramck 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 52% (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 88% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamtramck Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hamtramck Academy's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hamtramck 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 Hamtramck Academy is 0.48, 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
#701 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
4%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
11%
18%
White
12%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Hamtramck Academy's ranking?
Hamtramck Academy is ranked #701 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?
52% 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).
How many students attend Hamtramck Academy?
553 students attend Hamtramck Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Hamtramck Academy students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hamtramck Academy?
Hamtramck Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hamtramck Academy offer ?
Hamtramck Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8
What school district is Hamtramck Academy part of?
Hamtramck Academy is part of Hamtramck Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
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