Serving 67 students in grades 9-12, Hope Academic 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 <50% (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%).
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 67 students
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Academic Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Hope Academic Academy's student population of 67 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
67 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope Academic 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 Hope Academic Academy is 0.36, 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
#812 out of 3069 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
10%
9%
Black
79%
18%
White
7%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
50-59%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academic Academy's ranking?
Hope Academic Academy is ranked #812 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?
<50% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Hope Academic Academy?
The graduation rate of Hope Academic Academy is 50-59%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Hope Academic Academy?
67 students attend Hope Academic Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Hope Academic Academy students are Black, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Hope Academic Academy offer ?
Hope Academic Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hope Academic Academy part of?
Hope Academic Academy is part of Ecorse School District.
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