Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hope 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 ≤1% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 8% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 32:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 32:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤1% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hope Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hope Academy's student population of 414 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
414 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hope 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 Hope Academy is 0.02, 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
#3055 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤1%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
32:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
99%
18%
White
n/a
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hope Academy's ranking?
Hope Academy is ranked #3055 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Hope Academy often compared to?
Hope Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Marvin L Winans Academy Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤1% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 8% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Hope Academy?
414 students attend Hope Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Hope Academy students are Black, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hope Academy?
Hope Academy has a student ration of 32:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Hope Academy offer ?
Hope Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hope Academy part of?
Hope Academy is part of HOPE Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Hope Academy located?
Hope Academy is located in the Nardin Park neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Nardin Park.
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