Serving 657 students in grades Kindergarten-9, Ivywood Classical Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 657 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ivywood Classical Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ivywood Classical Academy's student population of 657 students has grown by 120% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 120% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
657 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ivywood Classical 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 Ivywood Classical Academy is 0.26, 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
#271 out of 3069 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
34%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
45%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
38%

Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
4%

Hispanic
4%
9%

Black
2%
18%

White
86%
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
16%
50%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ivywood Classical Academy's ranking?
Ivywood Classical Academy is ranked #271 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Ivywood Classical Academy often compared to?
Ivywood Classical Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth Scholars Charter Academy, Canton Charter Academy, Bird Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Ivywood Classical Academy?
657 students attend Ivywood Classical Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ivywood Classical Academy students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ivywood Classical Academy?
Ivywood Classical Academy has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Ivywood Classical Academy offer ?
Ivywood Classical Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ivywood Classical Academy part of?
Ivywood Classical Academy is part of Ivywood Classical Academy School District.
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