Serving 140 students in grades 6-12, Jenison International Academy ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jenison International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Jenison International Academy's student population of 140 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jenison International Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jenison International Academy is 0.35, 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
#567 out of 3069 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
80%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jenison International Academy's ranking?
Jenison International Academy is ranked #567 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jenison International Academy?
The graduation rate of Jenison International Academy is 80%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Jenison International Academy?
140 students attend Jenison International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Jenison International Academy students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jenison International Academy?
Jenison International Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Jenison International Academy offer ?
Jenison International Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Jenison International Academy part of?
Jenison International Academy is part of Jenison School District.
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