Serving 1,656 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Michigan Connections 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 26% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 41% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Online School/Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,656 students
- State Accredited: Yes
- Live Instruction: No
- Rolling Enrollment: No
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Michigan Connections Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Michigan Connections Academy's student population of 1,656 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,656 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
Year Founded
2002
State Accredited Program
Yes
Personalized Content
No
Live Instruction
No
Rolling Enrollment
No
Flexible Class Schedule
No
Accelerated Offerings
No
Classes for Credit/Part Time Options
No
Dedicated College Counselor
No
Tutoring/Mentoring
No
Community Clubs/Activities Offered
No
School Rankings
Michigan Connections 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 Michigan Connections Academy is 0.60, which is more 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
#1627 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
9%
Black
22%
18%
White
59%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
81%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
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 Michigan Connections Academy's ranking?
Michigan Connections Academy is ranked #1627 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Michigan Connections Academy often compared to?
Michigan Connections Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Great Lakes Online Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Michigan Connections Academy?
The graduation rate of Michigan Connections Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 81%.
How many students attend Michigan Connections Academy?
1,656 students attend Michigan Connections Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Michigan Connections Academy students are White, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Michigan Connections Academy?
Michigan Connections Academy has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Michigan Connections Academy offer ?
Michigan Connections Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Michigan Connections Academy part of?
Michigan Connections Academy is part of Michigan Connections Academy School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2017
I have 3 kids in this school from kindegarten to 11th grade. It is a wonderful school. The teachers are very friendly and helpful. Always willing to help my kids succeed in their classes. It is all done online from home or where ever you can go online. Teachers call every 2 weeks to give support and see what they can help the parent or student with. I tried a traditional public school and was very disappointed with it but Michigan Connections Academy has given me hope for my kids future schooling.
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