Serving 308 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Saginaw Preparatory 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 36% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saginaw Preparatory Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Michigan for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Saginaw Preparatory Academy's student population of 308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saginaw Preparatory 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 Saginaw Preparatory Academy is 0.31, 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
#2915 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
12%
9%
Black
82%
18%
White
3%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saginaw Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Saginaw Preparatory Academy is ranked #2915 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Saginaw Preparatory Academy often compared to?
Saginaw Preparatory Academyis often viewed alongside schools like International Academy Of Saginaw, Thompson Middle School by visitors of our site.
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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Saginaw Preparatory Academy?
308 students attend Saginaw Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Saginaw Preparatory Academy students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saginaw Preparatory Academy?
Saginaw Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Saginaw Preparatory Academy offer ?
Saginaw Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saginaw Preparatory Academy part of?
Saginaw Preparatory Academy is part of Saginaw Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Saginaw Preparatory Academy located?
Saginaw Preparatory Academy is located in the Buena Vista neighborhood of Saginaw, MI. There are 1 other public schools located in Buena Vista.
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