Serving 388 students in grades 6-8, Summit Academy North Middle School 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 10% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Summit Academy North Middle School's student population of 388 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Summit Academy North Middle School 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 Summit Academy North Middle School is 0.57, 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
#2535 out of 3069 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
3%
Hispanic
6%
9%
Black
59%
18%
White
29%
64%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Summit Academy North Middle School's ranking?
Summit Academy North Middle School is ranked #2535 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?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Summit Academy North Middle School?
388 students attend Summit Academy North Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Summit Academy North Middle School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Summit Academy North Middle School?
Summit Academy North Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Summit Academy North Middle School offer ?
Summit Academy North Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Summit Academy North Middle School part of?
Summit Academy North Middle School is part of Summit Academy North School District.
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