Serving 127 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Arbor 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arbor Academy's student population of 127 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arbor Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arbor Academy is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2688 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
4%
Hispanic
27%
9%
Black
29%
18%
White
30%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Aviators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arbor Academy's ranking?
Arbor Academy is ranked #2688 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Arbor Academy often compared to?
Arbor Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Battle Creek Montessori Academy, Endeavor Charter Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Arbor Academy?
127 students attend Arbor Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
30% of Arbor Academy students are White, 29% of students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arbor Academy?
Arbor Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Arbor Academy offer ?
Arbor Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arbor Academy part of?
Arbor Academy is part of Arbor Academy School District.
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