Serving 191 students in grades Prekindergarten-9, Multicultural 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower 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 46% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-9
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Multicultural Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Multicultural Academy's student population of 191 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-9
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
191 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Multicultural 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 Multicultural Academy is 0.64, 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
#2976 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
20%
3%
Hispanic
13%
9%
Black
12%
18%
White
54%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(14-15)≥50%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Multicultural Academy's ranking?
Multicultural Academy is ranked #2976 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Multicultural Academy?
The graduation rate of Multicultural Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 85%.
How many students attend Multicultural Academy?
191 students attend Multicultural Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Multicultural Academy students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Multicultural Academy?
Multicultural Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Multicultural Academy offer ?
Multicultural Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-9 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Multicultural Academy part of?
Multicultural Academy is part of Multicultural Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Multicultural Academy located?
Multicultural Academy is located in the Carpenter neighborhood of Ann Arbor, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Carpenter.
School Reviews
5 2/13/2016
This school has changed my life in the most amazing way. Currently, I am in my 2nd year of college and will graduate with honors hopefully as a pre-med student. Graduating high school from Multicultural Academy has help shaped the person I have become today. They amazing learning experiences I have gained both academically and socially has helped me thrive now. I would highly recommend this school to any parent that would like to see their child accomplish their goals and grow to make a difference in the world. I have attended this school for over 10 years and will hopefully bring my kids one day. Small learning environments, amazing staff, and many more opportunities. Don't listen to the negativity and make a difference in your child's life.
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