Serving 109 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Oakland International Academy K1 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 65%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 109 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34%
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oakland International Academy K1 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Oakland International Academy K1's student population of 109 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Total Students
109 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oakland International Academy K1 is 0.20, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)40-44%
65%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
9%
Black
9%
18%
White
89%
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
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 65% MI state average).
How many students attend Oakland International Academy K1?
109 students attend Oakland International Academy K1.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Oakland International Academy K1 students are White, 9% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oakland International Academy K1?
Oakland International Academy K1 has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Oakland International Academy K1 offer ?
Oakland International Academy K1 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1
What school district is Oakland International Academy K1 part of?
Oakland International Academy K1 is part of Oakland International Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Oakland International Academy K1 located?
Oakland International Academy K1 is located in the Airport Sub neighborhood of Detroit, MI. There are 3 other public schools located in Airport Sub.
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